Asian shares inch higher as chip selloff eases

Asian shares edged higher as artificial intelligence stocks recovered from a recent selloff. Investors remained cautious ahead of crucial US inflation data and rising oil prices.

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People walk under electronic screens displaying Japan's Nikkei share average, at a conference hall in Tokyo, Japan, August 19, 2026. REUTERS/Manami Yamada

Asian shares rose 0.8% during Wednesday morning trading as artificial intelligence stocks recovered from a prior selloff, though gains remained checked by rising energy costs. The regional advance followed a ten-week low in the previous session across broader markets. Investors are weighing the rebound against upcoming inflation data from the United States.

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