Asian Markets Mixed Amid Global Economic Concerns: Nikkei Flat, Hang Seng Down 0.19% on March 24, 2025

Asian stock markets presented a mixed performance on March 24, 2025, reflecting cautious investor sentiment amid global economic uncertainties. Japan's Nikkei 225 remained virtually unchanged, closing at 37,676.97, a negligible decrease of 0.09 points. Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index declined by 0.19%, or 45.29 points, to 23,644.43. South Korea's KOSPI also edged down slightly by 0.03%, settling at 2,642.21. Other indices showed varied results, with India's GIFT NIFTY rising 0.24% to 23,482.50, Singapore's Straits Times increasing 0.03% to 3,927.72, and Taiwan's Weighted Index climbing 0.16% to 22,243.96. These movements suggest investors are closely monitoring regional economic indicators and global market trends, adopting a cautious approach in their trading activities.