TOKYO -- Stock markets in Asia closed mixed on Friday, as shares in Japan dived on the first trading session of the new year, while China bounced back on hopes for an end to the trade war with the U.S.
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The Tokyo Stock Exchange opened sharply lower on Friday, mirroring U.S. and Asian markets. (Photo by Wataru Ito)
TOKYO -- Stock markets in Asia closed mixed on Friday, as shares in Japan dived on the first trading session of the new year, while China bounced back on hopes for an end to the trade war with the U.S.