Investors are awaiting a key decision on interest rates. Expectations are high that rates will be increased, due to elevated inflation. This potential move has not deterred Asian shares, which have mostly risen.

U.S. futures have also seen a slight increase. The situation with artificial intelligence-related stocks is more volatile, following calls from leaders to slow development for safety reasons.

Further information on these developments is available, including specific gains and losses for various markets, such as Japan's Nikkei 225 and South Korea's Kospi.