Asian markets slip, led by South Korea, despite upbeat US tech earnings

MSCI's Asia-Pacific index outside Japan fell 0.2%, while South Korean shares dropped over 1%. Concerns over AI spending and Gulf tensions offset stronger-than-expected US technology earnings

Oct 22, 2026 - 06:00
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Asian markets slip, led by South Korea, despite upbeat US tech earnings
MSCI's Asia-Pacific index outside Japan fell 0.2%, while South Korean shares dropped over 1%. Concerns over AI spending and Gulf tensions offset stronger-than-expected US technology earnings

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