Australia will on Thursday release April trade balance figures, highlighting a light day for Asia-Pacific economic activity.
The trade balance is expected to reflect a surplus of A$180 million following the A$307 million surplus in March. Imports were at A$25.44 billion in the previous month, while exports came in at A$25.75 billion.
Finally, the stock markets in South Korea and Indonesia will be closed on Thursday for Memorial Day and Isra Miraj, respectively. Both will re-open on Friday.
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