On Friday, South Korea's Kospi index led the gains in Asia, rising by 2.79%, while the small-cap Kosdaq increased by 2.43%. Japan's Nikkei 225 saw a rise of 1.06%, and the broader Topix index edged up by 0.25%. In contrast, Australia's S&P/ASX 200 declined by 0.73%.
The overall positive sentiment in Asian markets reflects investor confidence in the semiconductor sector, particularly in light of Nvidia's recent developments, which are likely influencing market dynamics across the region