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Asia-Pacific Markets Tumble Amid Trump's Tariff Threat

2/20/2025

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Asia-Pacific markets fell due to U.S. President Trump's proposed tariffs on imports.
Japan's Nikkei 225 decreased by 1.24%, and South Korea's Kospi dropped by 0.65%.
Australia's unemployment rate increased to 4.1% in January, despite a gain of 44,000 jobs.
China's lending rates stayed steady, focusing on maintaining financial stability.
Palantir Technologies saw a 12.9% decline in shares amid concerns over defense budget cuts.

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Asia-Pacific markets fell due to U.S. President Trump's proposed tariffs on imports.
Japan's Nikkei 225 decreased by 1.24%, and South Korea's Kospi dropped by 0.65%.
Australia's unemployment rate increased to 4.1% in January, despite a gain of 44,000 jobs.
China's lending rates stayed steady, focusing on maintaining financial stability.
Palantir Technologies saw a 12.9% decline in shares amid concerns over defense budget cuts.