Daily Digest of Asia || December 5, 2025
Asia Daily Update: Top Stories from December 5, 2025
Hello everyone, here’s your quick roundup of Asia’s biggest news from yesterday!
Sourced from trusted outlets like Reuters, AP News, BBC, and Al Jazeera. From economic shifts and defence developments to market moves — these stories matter. What’s your take? Share in the comments!
1. Asian markets wobble as Japan’s Nikkei slips on weak household spending and rate-hike bets
Japan’s Nikkei 225 fell 1.3%, reversing earlier weekly gains after data showed household spending dropped at the fastest pace in nearly two years, and as investors bet Bank of Japan (BOJ) may raise rates. European yield curves tightened globally, while other Asian markets held steady or gained modestly.
Source: Reuters | Full story
2. China warns long downward slide as home-prices forecast to fall 3.7% this year
A new forecast anticipates Chinese home prices will drop about 3.7 % in 2025 — reflecting continued stress in the real-estate sector and weak domestic demand. The projection adds pressure on Beijing to implement supportive measures ahead of next year’s economic planning cycle.
Source: Reuters | Full story
3. Tokyo and Taipei voice alarm as China increases naval and coast-guard deployments across East Asia waters
Both Taiwan and Japan voiced concern after a Reuters report showed China deployed over 100 naval and coast-guard vessels in East China Sea and surrounding waters — its largest maritime operation in years. The move fuels regional tensions and worries over freedom of navigation.
Source: Reuters | Full story
4. Asia’s equity deal pipeline stays strong, but looming AI-stock correction casts a shadow
Asia raised about US $267 billion in equity deals during 2025 — the first annual increase since 2021 — led by IPOs and capital raises from China and India. Still, concerns about a potential correction in AI-linked stocks are dragging on valuations and investor sentiment, especially among tech-heavy firms slated for 2026 listings.
Source: Reuters | Full story
That’s the wrap for December 5’s top Asia stories!
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Created with a little AI help — all stories are drawn from reliable sources including Reuters, AP News, BBC, and Al Jazeera.
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Hey @asia-digest, great work putting together this concise and informative daily update on Asia! It's fantastic how you've curated these key stories from reliable sources like Reuters and AP. The overview of market wobbles, China's housing situation, and the increased naval deployments paints a clear picture of the region's current landscape. The equity deal pipeline update is also super insightful, especially with the AI stock correction looming. I'm sure many Steemians will appreciate this quick and easy way to stay informed. I will surely be back for tomorrow’s update. Upvoted and resteemed! What are your thoughts on China's supportive measures next year?