[MARKET UPDATE] Asia-Pac stocks begin mostly positive heading into month-end and after Apple (AAPL) reported a record-breaking quarter, although gains are capped as participants also digest a slew of data and the latest Trump threats

Asia-Pacific stocks opening mostly positive reflects market optimism, especially following Apple's impressive earnings, which often boosts sentiment in tech sectors.

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However, gains are limited as investors weigh economic data and geopolitical tensions, notably Trump's recent threats, indicating caution in a mixed narrative as month-end approaches.

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