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Asian Markets React to Wall Street's Slide Amid Economic Uncertainties

Investors weigh China's modest growth targets and tech sector performance as they anticipate Federal Reserve's next moves.

  • Asian stocks showed mixed responses following a significant downturn in Wall Street, with major indices experiencing varied movements.
  • China's economic growth target of around 5% and modest stimulus plans have raised concerns among investors, contributing to market volatility.
  • Tech heavyweights, including Apple and Tesla, faced declines, influencing overall market sentiment ahead of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's testimony.
  • Bitcoin's surge to above $69,000, briefly surpassing its 2021 record, highlights the cryptocurrency's volatile nature and investor interest.
  • Expectations for interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve have grown, influenced by recent economic reports indicating a slowdown in service sector growth and factory orders.
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