Asian equities tumble to 2013 lows

FXstreet.com (Barcelona) - Asian stocks again fell Thursday, as mounting concerns surrounding the Federal Stimulus program continue to grip markets.

Beginning with commodities, the prices of gold and silver are trading at USD $1397.19 and $22.42 per oz. respectively. Moreover, the price of crude is operating at USD $93.91/bbl Thursday.

In terms of the indices and composites, the Shanghai fell -1.27% as it settles in region of 2242.11, down -28.82 points in these moments. In addition, the Nikkei 225 is yet again trading in negative territory, operating at 13014.87, following a large collapse of -110.85 points or -0.85% at the time of writing. Finally, the Hang Seng Index has edged broadly lower today, trading in the zone of 21829.08, presently -1.09% after a movement of -241.80 points.

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