Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices LIVE: Asian markets adopted a defensive stance after a late decline on Wall Street dimmed optimism over global inflationary pressures. Japanese stocks opened lower, with the Nikkei 225 index down 1.53% and the broader Topix index slipping 1.06%. South Korea’s KOSPI weakened by 0.43%, while Australian shares retreated due to losses in commodity-related stocks. Wall Street registered notable losses: the Dow Jones fell 1.27%, the S&P 500 declined 1.47%, and the Nasdaq Composite dropped 1.5%. The downturn sparked caution in Asian markets, signalling a shift in sentiment amidst concerns over inflation and its impact, leading to a more guarded approach among investors in the region.
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