Asian stocks advance as yen weakens; oil prices edge higher after Opec+ move

Asian markets saw a positive start to the week, led by Tokyo’s surge following Prime Minister Ishiba’s resignation, which weakened the yen and boosted exporters. Oil prices also edged higher as Opec+ signaled a slower increase in output. Investors are also considering weak US labor data, which has strengthened expectations of a Federal Reserve rate cut later this month.