Asian stock markets started the week on a positive note. Japan's Nikkei 225 index opened with a gain of 0.57%, reaching 38,671.77 points. This rise indicates investor optimism in the Japanese market.
Similarly, South Korea's KOSPI index showed an increase of 0.4%, opening at 2,533.68 points. The upward trend in the KOSPI index reflects a positive sentiment among investors in South Korea.