Asian markets shrug off virus fears to trade higher
Shanghai shares drop but markets advance on China’s prompt response to a virus outbreak
22 January 2020 - 08:30
Singapore — Asian stock markets bounced on Wednesday as China’s response to a virus outbreak tempered fears of a global pandemic, though Shanghai shares slipped amid worries about a hit to domestic demand and tourism.
Fears of contagion, particularly as millions travel for Lunar New Year festivities, has pushed stocks from record peaks...
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