- Asian stocks fell after sharp swings on Wall Street, as investors dealt with mixed US economic data and disappointing results from tech titans.
- A measure of Asian equities fell, led by Hong Kong-listed technology stocks. US equity contracts fell after hours as Amazon.com's sales forecast fell short of expectations. Following a volatile afternoon, Apple shares rose slightly in postmarket trading.
- Bond and currency traders are keeping a close eye on the Bank of Japan, which makes a policy decision on Friday. Prior to the rate announcement, Japan's PM Kishida announced an additional budget for economic stimulus. The central bank is expected to maintain its ultra-low interest rates, a policy that has caused the yen to fall and has put the bank at odds with global bond markets.
