
Asian stock markets fell Wednesday after U.S. inflation edged down less than expected, fueling concern the Federal Reserve might think more interest rate hikes are needed.
Tokyo, Shanghai, Hong Kong and Sydney declined. Oil prices retreated.

Asian stock markets fell Wednesday after U.S. inflation edged down less than expected, fueling concern the Federal Reserve might think more interest rate hikes are needed.
Tokyo, Shanghai, Hong Kong and Sydney declined. Oil prices retreated.