Asian regional markets showed mixed performance last week. Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index was under pressure due to China's economic data and property sector concerns, while Singapore's Straits Times Index rose, buoyed by strong banking stocks and export figures.
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 28, 2026 – Regional markets across Southeast Asia and broader Asia displayed notable divergence last week. Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index (HSI) declined by 1.2% to close at 16,300 points, primarily weighed down by concerns over China's slowing economic recovery and persistent pressures in its property sector. Technology giants and mainland property developers were among the biggest losers. In contrast, Singapore's Straits Times Index (STI) showed robust performance, gaining 0.8% to 3,250 points, buoyed by its resilient banking sector and better-than-expected export figures. Banking stocks like UOB and DBS led the charge. On the US market front, overall sentiment remained cautiously optimistic despite some tech sector pullbacks. Malaysian investors are closely monitoring these regional and global trends to assess their potential impact on local market sentiment and capital flows, especially ahead of key economic data releases.
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