Nikkei, Kospi to US stocks: Global equity heatmap before opening bell of Indian stock market on Friday — 7 August 2026
Global markets today: Global cues continue to remain mixed as developments in the Middle East continue to shape global risk sentiment. The US stock market ended lower overnight, and Asian markets are also reflecting a cautious tone in early trade today. The Japanese Nikkei 225 index is down by over 1%, the South Korean KOSPI is also down by over 1%, while Hong Kong’s Hang Seng went off 0.20%.
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