The Asia-Pacific markets are expected to open lower on Tuesday, diverging from the positive performance on Wall Street, following a surprising shift in U.S. President Donald Trump's stance towards China. In a recent social media post, Trump's optimistic message, 'Don't worry about China, it will all be fine!' has sparked a wave of trade tensions. This comes as China introduces new fees for U.S. ships docking at its ports, mirroring the U.S.'s previous actions against Chinese ships. The timing of these fees is particularly significant, as they are set to take effect today. The impact is already evident in the market, with Japan's Nikkei 225 index futures trading lower in Chicago and Osaka, indicating a potential downward trend. Australia's ASX/S&P 200 and Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index are also expected to open lower, reflecting the broader market sentiment. Despite the recent gains in U.S. equity futures, the market's reaction to Trump's statement and China's countermeasures remains uncertain, leaving investors on edge as they await further developments in the trade dispute.
