Asian stocks showed mixed results on June 24, 2026, following a significant sell-off in major technology stocks across Asia and Wall Street. U.S. stock futures also reflected mixed trading as global investors kept an eye on market developments in Japan and South Korea, which have recently experienced substantial gains.

According to the JSE, South Africa's markets have shown resilience in the face of significant global market volatility. Despite the challenging conditions affecting markets worldwide, the JSE reports that South Africa's financial landscape remains stable.

Kenya's financial markets in the first half of 2026 have shown resilience, providing investment opportunities in equities, fixed income, and currency segments despite global challenges. The Kenyan shilling has remained stable against the dollar, contrasting with the volatility experienced two years prior, with analysts attributing this stability to disciplined fiscal management, according to Sharp Daily.

Asian shares rose on Thursday, driven by gains in the technology sector, particularly in Japan and South Korea, following positive earnings reports from U.S. companies like Qualcomm and Micron Technology. Meanwhile, oil prices decreased by over $1, nearing levels seen before the onset of the war with Iran. Qualcomm's stock experienced a 12% increase in after-hours trading after announcing a raise in its earnings forecast.

The World Bank has reported that nearly half of developing economies are struggling to achieve economic growth, despite the global economy moving past the immediate disruptions caused by the pandemic. The findings were published in the World Bank's June report, highlighting ongoing challenges for these nations in their recovery efforts.

Memory-chip maker SK Hynix has surpassed Samsung to become South Korea's most valuable listed company, ending Samsung's 26-year dominance in this position, according to TechCentral.