Asian stocks ended mixed on Tuesday as all markets reopened following a long holiday weekend. Underlying sentiment remained cautious amid concerns surrounding inflation and China's economic slowdown due to Covid-19 lockdowns.
Chinese shares fluctuated before ending marginally lower after authorities pledged support for businesses hit by the worst Covid-19 outbreak in two years.
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