Asia-Pacific markets experienced mixed openings on Thursday as investors reacted to the Bank of Korea’s decision to maintain steady interest rates and evaluated various tariff announcements. JPMorgan upgraded its position on Vietnam stocks to overweight, citing optimism following Vietnam’s trade deal with the United States. This agreement makes Vietnam the first Southeast Asian country to secure a tariff deal with the U.S. The market’s diverse response reflects the complex interplay of regional economic policies and global trade dynamics, with investors closely monitoring these developments for potential impacts on their portfolios.