Asian Markets Trading Higher On Obama Win

from National Public Radio

Japan's main index ended the day up more than 4 percent. Hong Kong rallied more than 3 percent. Stock markets in Australia, South Korea and China also ended the day sharply higher. Some analysts say a Barack Obama administration is likely to boost spending to stimulate the economy, and that could be good for Asian exporters.

Broadcast Dates

• Morning Edition, November 5, 2008