Market watch: Asian stocks slip on political jitters in Japan; oil steady ahead of Opec+ meet

Asian stocks declined, mirroring Wall Street’s overnight losses. Political uncertainty in Japan impacted investor sentiment. Japan’s Nikkei 225 edged down amid Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s political challenges. Australia, Hong Kong, and Shanghai also experienced declines. Oil prices remained steady, supported by sanctions and anticipated US stockpile reductions. Traders are watching the upcoming OPEC+ meeting for potential policy adjustments.