Asian stock markets generally declined today, with Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index falling 0.8% and Singapore's Straits Times Index down 0.5%. Investors remained cautious about China's economic recovery prospects and global trade data, impacting overall regional market sentiment. This broad-based cautiousness reflects interconnectedness of Asian economies.
On February 5, 2026, Asian stock markets generally trended downwards, reflecting investor caution regarding the regional economic outlook. Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index fell 0.8% to close at 15,820 points, primarily dragged down by technology and property stocks. Singapore's Straits Times Index also declined 0.5% to close at 3,180 points. Market sentiment was influenced by China's latest manufacturing PMI data, which came in slightly below expectations, and lackluster global trade figures. Overnight, US stock markets closed mixed, failing to provide clear direction for Asian bourses. While the Malaysian market showed relative resilience, it could not entirely escape the broader regional sentiment. Analysts suggest that without strong catalysts, Asian markets may continue to experience short-term volatility.
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