Asian Stocks: Asian stocks today: Stocks ease but set for weekly gains amid optimism on war de-escalation

Asian stocks edged lower on Friday, pausing after a strong rally this month, as investors dialled back risk ahead of a crucial weekend that could shape the trajectory of the Middle East conflict.MSCI’s broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan slipped 0.8%, though it remained near its highest level since early March. The index is…

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China springs surprise with 5% growth

China’s economic growth rebounded more than expected in the first quarter, suggesting limited spillovers so far from the war in Iran but revealing few signs of turnaround in weak consumer spending. Powered by strong manufacturing and exports, gross domestic product expanded 5% from a year ago, the fastest in three quarters, according to a statement…

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Top stocks to buy today: Stock recommendations for April 17, 2026 – check list

Top stocks to buy (AI image) Stock market recommendations: Reliance Industries, and Varun Beverages are the top stock recommendations by Bajaj Broking Research for April 17, 2026.Reliance IndustriesBuy in the range of ₹ 1330.00-1350.00 Target Return Time Period ₹ 1474 10% 6 Months Reliance Industries stock has undergone a corrective phase over the past three…

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Adani Enterprises Target Price: Buy or sell: Stock recommendation by brokers for April 17, 2026

Jefferies has a buy rating on Adani Enterprises with the target price cut to Rs 2,600 from Rs 2,750. Analysts said Adani Airports is facing near term traffic softness, delaying Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIAL) ramp-up, but non-aero revenues and airport-led real estate monetisation continue to build. They also said that the company’s new energy…

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