Asian markets were anticipated to open mixed following a decline in U.S. stocks during the first trading session of 2025, affected mainly by tech stocks. Investors are monitoring political instability in South Korea as a watchdog seeks an arrest warrant for impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol after his failed martial law attempt. China’s commerce ministry plans to implement export restrictions on technology critical for battery components and minerals processing. In Australia, the S&P/ASX 200 saw a slight rise. Meanwhile, the Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq faced losses, with big tech stocks like Apple and Tesla leading the downturn.
