Briefing: South Korea's Kospi leads gains in Asia as investors assess Japan trade data, await Fed rate verdict

The Kospi index in South Korea has emerged as a leader in gains across Asian markets, reflecting a response to recent trade data from Japan.

Investors are currently assessing the implications of this data while also preparing for the Federal Reserve's upcoming interest rate verdict.

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is contributing to market volatility, creating an environment where investors remain cautious.