Asian stocks edge up before US jobs data, tariff ruling
- Posted on January 9, 2026
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Asian stocks edge up before US jobs data, tariff ruling
Asian equities saw a modest rise after a two-day decline, as investors awaited US payrolls data and a potential Supreme Court ruling on President Trump's tariffs. Money has shifted from tech giants to smaller companies, with the Russell 2000 outperforming the Nasdaq 100. US jobs data will offer clues on the Federal Reserve's interest rate path.