[MARKET UPDATE] Asia-Pac stocks begin mostly higher following the mild gains on Wall St, where the S&P 500 and NDX extended on record highs, but with the upside capped by higher oil prices and geopolitical uncertainty

Asia-Pacific stocks are opening primarily higher, reflecting positive momentum from Wall Street where both the S&P 500 and NDX reached record highs. However, the potential for further gains is limited by rising oil prices and ongoing geopolitical uncertainties, which may introduce volatility and caution into the trading sessions ahead.