Markets Today: the Asian close, 28 October 2026
The Asian trading day in one place: 7 stories across currencies, central banks, equities and deals, collected at the close.
The close
Saigon Gold Bars Rise 0.21% as Vietnam Prices Rebound: Gold bar prices from Saigon Jewelry Company reached VND142 million (US$5,497.60) per tael on Tuesday, reflecting a broader global uptick in the precious metal.
Central banks & currencies
Vietnam Dong Dips 0.04%, Yen Weakens 0.16% Ahead of BOJ: The Vietnamese dong saw a marginal 0.04% dip against the US dollar to VND26,040 on Tuesday, as the Japanese yen also eased 0.16% to 157.73 per dollar.
Philippine Peso Sinks to P64 Against Dollar, New Record Low: The currency's latest depreciation on 27 October marks its 32nd record low this year, as the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas maintains its non-intervention policy.
Stocks & bonds
Indian Equities Flat on Oil Concerns; ICICI Securities Recommends Futures: India's Nifty 50 and Sensex closed Tuesday mostly unchanged, as Brent crude oil traded near $116 per barrel. ICICI Securities offered futures recommendations for CDSL, Zydus Lifesciences, and Sun Pharma.
European Stocks Edge Up, HSBC Falls on Q3 Miss: The Stoxx Europe 600 Index saw modest gains by late morning London time, despite HSBC Holdings Plc's third-quarter earnings falling short of market expectations.
IPO & deals
KKR Funds Acquire Majority Stake in India's Cisternina Logistics: KKR's funds have secured a controlling interest in the Indian bulk liquid and gas storage and logistics provider, formalising the agreement on 30 September 2026.
Hong Kong IPOs stall: Four listings halted since July 2026: Hong Kong's IPO market faces pressure as four companies, including robotics maker Changzhou Microintelligence, halt listings since July 2026, aiming to raise HK$2.1 billion.
Every item above was reported and checked separately today; this wrap collects them in one place at the Asian close. Follow any headline through to the full story for the figures and their sources. The Brief carries the same day in five minutes tomorrow morning.
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