Asian stocks were mixed on Wednesday after U.S. President Donald Trump's latest comments on tariffs raised uncertainty in Chinese markets. U.S. futures edged higher and oil prices declined. Investors in Asia were relieved on Monday after Trump decided not to immediately impose significant tariffs on China.

Asian shares advanced early Monday after U.S. stock indexes rallied to close out their best week in two months, while U.S. futures and oil prices were little changed. Hong Kong’s Hang Seng jumped 2.3% to 20,

Asian shares are mixed in mostly muted trading, despite anticipation for a market reaction to the inauguration of U.S. President Donald Trump.