Asian stocks today: Markets trade mostly in red on last trading day of 2025; HSI sheds over 200 points, Kospi flat

Asian markets closed 2025 mostly lower on the final trading day, mirroring Wall Street's losses amid investor caution and thin holiday volumes. Despite a subdued year for China's economy, regional markets were buoyed by easing monetary conditions and a tech rally, with precious metals holding steady after recent record highs.

Asian stocks today: Markets trade mostly in red on last trading day of 2025; HSI sheds over 200 points, Kospi flat
Asian markets closed 2025 mostly lower on the final trading day, mirroring Wall Street's losses amid investor caution and thin holiday volumes. Despite a subdued year for China's economy, regional markets were buoyed by easing monetary conditions and a tech rally, with precious metals holding steady after recent record highs.