Asian markets saw further upside on Friday, as risk-on sentiment was boosted following better-than-expected GDP data from the U.S. on Thursday.
Recession worries waned as the economic growth data from the world's largest economy did not imply an imminent and immediate recession. Markets in China remain closed for a holiday.
The Japanese benchmark Nikkei 225 Index added 19.81 points or 0.1 percent to end trading at 27,382.56. The day's trading range was between 27,326.91 and 27,452.67.
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June 05, 2026 16:18 ET A busy week for economic news flow saw a slew of reports being released that reflected the trends in the U.S. labor market. In Europe, economic growth and inflation data gained attention as the European Central Bank and Bank of England head for policy session later in the month. In Asia, the monetary policy session of the Indian central bank was in focus as the country, a major oil importer, reels under the pressures of a weaker rupee and rising inflation.