Asia stocks rise on tech gains; Nikkei, KOSPI lead
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- Nikkei jumps on a wave of Japanese tech gains, pulling the broader market higher (Investing.com, Reuters).
- KOSPI mirrors the rally, boosted by strong semiconductor earnings and chip‑maker optimism (Investing.com).
- U.S. Federal Reserve decision looms, with traders watching for rate guidance that could steer Asian market direction (Investing.com, Reuters, WSJ).
- Oil prices retreat modestly yet stay elevated, dampening some enthusiasm across the region (Reuters, CNBC).
- Iran‑Israel tensions keep risk sentiment cautious, leading to mixed performance in certain Asian sectors (CNBC, WSJ).
Why it matters: Tech rally and Fed outlook could swing Asian market momentum this week.
