Asian stock markets closed mixed on Wednesday as global economic signals created fresh uncertainty for businesses. Japan's exports recorded their steepest drop in four years, raising concerns for regional trade partners, while higher inflation in the …  | By Enitan Ajebukola Ajewumi on August 20, 2025 | Asian stock markets closed mixed on Wednesday as global economic signals created fresh uncertainty for businesses. Japan's exports recorded their steepest drop in four years, raising concerns for regional trade partners, while higher inflation in the UK added pressure on consumer spending. Tech stocks like Nvidia and Oracle also slipped, sparking fears of a slowdown after months of strong gains. Meanwhile, energy prices continued to rise, pushing up business costs. Read also, Investors now await US Fed Chair Jerome Powell's speech in Jackson Hole, where signals of an interest rate cut could ease financing pressures for SMEs worldwide. For small businesses, especially in trade, tech, and manufacturing, shifting global policies, tariffs, and rising costs highlight the need for resilience, diversification, and careful financial planning. | | | |
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