Bullish sentiment strengthens in Asia-Pacific stock markets as US and Japan announce new trade agreement with reduced tariff rates and significant investment commitment. Nikkei 225 and Hang Seng surge to 12-month highs on trade truce hopes, while Singapore STI extends record run and Australia’s ASX 200 rises. US Dollar trades mixed after two-day slide, with risk-on currencies outperforming. BoJ Uchida’s dovish remarks trigger yen weakness post-trade deal. Gold pulls back from 5-week high amid optimism, while crude oil extends losses despite risk-on tone. WTI crude at risk of bearish breakdown from 4-week range, with key support at US$65.20.

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