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Asian Stocks Rise on AI Optimism as Investors Watch Trump-Xi Summit

By Rebecca Hsu on May 14, 2026 1:19 pm |

Asia Market, Asia News and Science & Technology

Hong Kong, 14 May 2026 – Asian stocks rose on Thursday as optimism around artificial intelligence continued to support technology shares, while investors kept close watch on high-stakes talks between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing.

The rally was powered by AI enthusiasm across regional markets, with chip-related counters remaining in focus after Wall Street’s latest record highs. South Korea’s SK Hynix stood out as one of Asia’s strongest AI-linked names, with its market value moving close to the US$1 trillion level after its share price surged more than 200% this year.

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  • Rebecca Hsu is a Senior Economist and Lead Analyst for The Ledger Asia, focusing on the rapidly evolving financial landscapes of East and Southeast Asia. With a background in sovereign risk assessment and emerging market trends, Rebecca provides sharp commentary on trade dynamics, monetary policy, and the digital economy's impact on regional growth.

    Formerly a strategic advisor for major financial institutions in Hong Kong, she excels at translating complex macroeconomic shifts into actionable insights for investors and policymakers. Her work at The Ledger Asia centers on China’s economic transition and the burgeoning manufacturing hubs of ASEAN, ensuring readers stay ahead of Asia’s shifting financial tides.

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