Asian Session Summary: August 14, 2025
Japan – Nikkei 225 -1.41%
Sharp decline due to profit-taking and mounting pressure on the BoJ, as bond yields hit a peak of 1.52%. The strength of the yen (+146.5) is also weighing on export stocks.
China – Shanghai Composite +0.50%
The index is nearing its highest levels since 2015, supported by positive signals on US trade talks and massive fiscal support of $25.9 billion for industrial modernization.
Hong Kong – Hang Seng -0.37%
Slight drop despite an improved general sentiment. Tech stocks remain volatile amid an uncertain climate.
India – Sensex +0.21%
Second consecutive bullish session, driven by optimism over a potential Fed rate cut in September and strong domestic momentum.
Session Review
Mixed Asian markets, buoyed by Wall Street's bullish momentum but held back by specific local factors (rates, currencies, sector policies). The prospect of Fed monetary easing remains the main global support driver.
US After Market Update
dLocal ($DLO) +25.92% → Appointment of a new CFO well received by the market.
Bullish ($BLSH) +11.18% → Strong demand on its first trading day.
Coherent ($COHR) -19.47% → Disappointing guidance for Q1 2026 and sale of a division to Advent.
Ibotta ($IBTA) -24.14% → Q2 results below expectations and bleak outlook for Q3.
Intuitive Machines ($LUNR) -8.29% → $250M convertible bond issuance project not well received.
Global Medical REIT ($GMRE) -0.59% → Announced share buyback and share consolidation with no significant impact.
US Futures in Pre-market
Dow Futures: -0.05%
S&P 500 Futures: -0.11%
Nasdaq 100 Futures: -0.12%
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**Have a great session everyone**
Sylvain Mouilhaud: Equity Coach