Asian stocks today: Markets inch higher amid Venezuela crisis; Nikkei up 1,000 points, Kospi adds 2%

Asian markets mostly rose, with Japan's Nikkei surging 2.36% driven by AI stocks. Gold prices climbed, while oil recovered after early weakness following a US military operation in Venezuela. The removal of President Maduro and potential for increased oil output are key market drivers.

Asian stocks today: Markets inch higher amid Venezuela crisis; Nikkei up 1,000 points, Kospi adds 2%
Asian markets mostly rose, with Japan's Nikkei surging 2.36% driven by AI stocks. Gold prices climbed, while oil recovered after early weakness following a US military operation in Venezuela. The removal of President Maduro and potential for increased oil output are key market drivers.