Asian benchmarks mostly rise after Wall Street’s rally

September 22, 2026 - 03:51

Asian shares traded mostly higher on Tuesday, lifted by a positive handover from Wall Street where major indexes posted solid gains overnight. Investors welcomed the upbeat session in New York, which helped steady sentiment across the region after several days of uneven trading.

Japan's Nikkei 225 advanced in early dealings, supported by strength in technology and export related names. South Korea's Kospi also moved into positive territory, while Australia's S&P/ASX 200 edged upward. Hong Kong's Hang Seng index fluctuated between small gains and losses before settling slightly higher. Markets in mainland China were mixed, with the Shanghai Composite easing while the Shenzhen Component held steady.

The rally on Wall Street came as investors digested a fresh batch of corporate earnings and economic data. Technology stocks led the advance, though gains were broad based across several sectors. Energy shares also rose as crude oil prices firmed.

Currency markets were relatively calm, with the dollar holding near recent levels against the yen and the euro. Traders continue to watch for signals from central banks about the path of interest rates.

Analysts cautioned that volatility could return depending on upcoming inflation reports and comments from policymakers. For now, the mood across Asia remains cautiously optimistic, with many investors looking to extend the momentum from the previous session.