Policy and Data Storm Looms: Asian Markets Brace for Volatility

Asian markets are bracing for a potentially volatile week as they face a flurry of events, including monetary policy decisions from Japan and Malaysia, purchasing managers index reports from various Asian countries, inflation data from South Korea, Indonesia, and Vietnam, and GDP growth figures from Taiwan and Hong Kong. Investors will also be closely watching China's embattled property developer Evergrande, which has held talks with creditors opposing its restructuring plan. Additionally, the upcoming U.S.-China summit, ongoing U.S. earnings season, and the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision will impact market sentiment. Despite recent challenges, Asian and emerging market assets have shown relative resilience, with China's economic signals brightening. Japan's bonds and currency remain under scrutiny ahead of the Bank of Japan's decision and guidance.