Asian markets finished trading on a negative note on Tuesday, as lower commodity and iron ore prices weighed on sentiment. Weak GDP data from China continued to impact the commodity price outlook.
Markets also await the earnings updates and forward guidance. Minutes of the Reserve Bank of Australia, which hinted at future hikes, also dampened sentiment.
China's Shanghai Composite Index dropped 11.81 points or 0.4 percent to finish trading at 3,197.82. The day's trading ranged between 3,210.25 and 3,190.00. The Shenzhen Component Index fell 37.40 points or 0.3 percent to close at 10,972.96.
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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.