Asian regional markets showed mixed performance today, with Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index falling 1.8%, exerting some pressure on Bursa Malaysia investor sentiment. However, the Singapore market recorded a slight gain, indicating diverse regional trends.
On February 5, 2026, Asian regional stock markets displayed divergent trends. Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index fell by 1.8% due to persistent concerns over China's economic slowdown, dragging down regional investor sentiment. This decline exerted some psychological pressure on Bursa Malaysia, particularly on technology and export-oriented stocks. Meanwhile, Singapore's Straits Times Index edged up 0.3%, benefiting from its robust financial services sector. Overnight, US markets were largely flat, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average dipping 0.1% and the Nasdaq gaining 0.2%, offering little clear direction for Asian bourses. Analysts suggest that regional markets will continue to be influenced by data and policies from major economies amidst increasing global economic uncertainty.
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