Renewed Tech Optimism, China Outlook Lifts Asian Stock Markets

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2026.01.27 10:38
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Asian stock markets surged on January 27, 2026, buoyed by positive tech-sector earnings and a favorable industrial profits report from China. The Nikkei 225 rose 0.9%, driven by tech shares, while the KOSPI index in Seoul climbed 2.7%. The Hang Seng Index in Hong Kong increased by 1.4%, with China Life Insurance leading gains. China's industrial profits showed a slight increase of 0.6% in 2025, marking the first rise since 2021. Other regional markets also posted gains, reflecting overall optimism in the Asian trading landscape.