Asian Markets Set for Strong Open Following Nasdaq’s Rally
Major Asian indices are expected to open higher on April 28 after Nasdaq's 1.26% surge lifted global sentiment.
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Asia Markets Opening Prediction: 28 April Rally Expected After Nasdaq’s Strong Close
Asian stock markets are poised for a strong start on Monday, April 28, following Wall Street’s upbeat performance on April 25. The Nasdaq Composite surged 1.26%, setting a positive tone for regional trading and lifting sentiment across Asia-Pacific exchanges.
With global investors regaining confidence in tech and financials, major indices such as Nikkei 225, KOSPI, TAIEX, Hang Seng, and ASX 200 are expected to open in positive territory.
Index-by-Index Opening Forecast
🇯🇵 Nikkei 225 – Japan
- Last Close: 35,705.74 (+1.90%)
- Expected Opening: +200 to +300 pts
- Sentiment: Strong global tech tailwind, driven by Nasdaq
- Focus Stocks: Sony, Toyota, SoftBank
🇰🇷 KOSPI – South Korea
- Last Close: 2,546.30 (+0.95%)
- Expected Opening: +15 to +25 pts
- Outlook: Positive, tracking chipmaker strength and U.S. momentum
- Watchlist: Samsung, SK Hynix, Naver
🇹🇼 TAIEX – Taiwan
- Last Close: 19,872.73 (+2.02%)
- Expected Opening: +80 to +120 pts
- Momentum: Bullish continuation; semiconductors in focus
- Key Stocks: TSMC, MediaTek, ASE
🇭🇰 Hang Seng – Hong Kong
- Last Close: 21,980.74 (+0.32%)
- Expected Opening: +80 to +120 pts
- Drivers: Chinese tech ADR gains and positive risk sentiment
- Stocks to Watch: Alibaba, Tencent, Meituan
🇦🇺 ASX 200 – Australia
- Last Close: 7,968.20 (+0.60%)
- Expected Opening: +30 to +50 pts
- Support: Commodities and financials tracking Wall Street
- Key Sectors: Mining (BHP), Banking (CBA), Tech (Xero)
🇨🇳 SSE Composite – China (Shanghai)
- Last Close: 3,295.06 (-0.068%)
- Expected Opening: +5 to +10 pts
- Tone: Cautiously optimistic; moderate gains expected
- Sectors in Play: Financials, Industrial, Consumer Staples
Regional Sentiment Overview
- Nasdaq’s 1.26% surge has energized tech-heavy Asian indices.
- U.S. earnings and rate outlook are tilting global investors toward risk.
- Stable commodity prices are bolstering Australia and export-oriented sectors.
- China’s market remains cautious, with modest reaction expected due to internal economic dynamics.
Who Will Be Affected
- Retail and institutional investors across Asia-Pacific
- ETF and derivatives traders in Asia-linked products
- Global investors reallocating toward emerging and developed Asian markets
- Sectors tied to tech, finance, and exports
What This Means for You
If you’re active in Asian equities, April 28 may offer favorable entry points. Expect a broad risk-on tone in early trading, especially in technology, banking, and export-linked stocks.
Momentum may vary by country, but the underlying trend is positive to start the week.
What Happens Next
Investors will turn attention to:
- Regional earnings reports
- Central bank commentary from RBA, BOJ, and PBOC
- U.S. macroeconomic data mid-week
While the week starts strong, follow-through will depend on data confirmations and market breadth.
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