Although regional materials and energy stocks have been hit by a slowing world economy and stronger US dollar, signs of stronger US growth have underpinned Asian exporters, particularly technology stocks.

• 尽管环球经济增长减慢及美元汇价表现强劲，对区内的物料及能源股造成影响，但有迹象显示美国的经济增长转强，因而支持亚洲出口股的表现，特别是科技股。