Asian stocks turned in a mixed performance on Tuesday as geopolitical tensions intensified and interest rate jitters persisted. Rising tensions in the Middle East and Russia boosted crude oil prices and brought inflation concerns to the fore.
Investors kept a close eye on upcoming inflation data and comments from central bank officials for additional clues on the rate outlook.
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April 24, 2026 15:15 ET Economics news flow was relatively light this week even as the conflict in the Middle East continued, raising concerns for policymakers. In the U.S., spending data, initial jobless claims and pending home sales were the highlights. Business confidence in the biggest euro area economy was in focus in Europe. Inflation data from Japan gained attention in Asia.