Asian shares pause recent rally


Australian shares lost 0.79% while Japan's Nikkei share average lost 0.03% after jumping to a 30-year high on Tuesday. Hong Kong's Hang Seng index futures were up 0.11%, however, while E-Mini futures for the S&P 500 were little changed.

NEW YORK: Asian shares retreated on Wednesday as investors cashed in on a recent rally, while the euro flirted with highs not seen in more than 2-1/2 years on as hopes of a gradual global economic recovery supported demand for riskier currencies.

Australian shares lost 0.79% while Japan's Nikkei share average lost 0.03% after jumping to a 30-year high on Tuesday.

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