Asian regional markets displayed mixed performances today, with Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index falling 0.8% and Singapore's Straits Times Index dipping 0.2%, both impacted by global economic slowdown concerns. In contrast, the Malaysian stock market showed resilience, navigating the regional headwinds with a positive close, attracting investor attention for its stability amid the broader uncertainties.
On February 5, 2026, Asian regional stock markets exhibited mixed performances, with uncertainty surrounding the global economic outlook impacting investor sentiment. Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index declined 0.8% to close at 16,050 points, primarily dragged down by technology and property stocks. Singapore's Straits Times Index also saw a modest dip of 0.2% to 3,180 points, as investors remained cautious about global trade prospects. Meanwhile, Japan's Nikkei 225 Index gained 0.5%, and South Korea's KOSPI Index remained flat. The Malaysian stock market, however, showed relative strength today, with the Kuala Lumpur Composite Index (KLCI) rising against the regional trend, demonstrating its resilience amidst regional volatility. Analysts noted that the volatility in regional markets reflects ongoing investor concerns over the US Federal Reserve's future interest rate policies, the pace of China's economic recovery, and geopolitical risks.
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