In Asia, shares have seen a rise, primarily driven by the tech sector. This increase is attributed to gains in Japan and South Korea, where major computer chipmakers' stocks have surged. The surge in these stocks follows positive earnings reports from US companies, including Qualcomm and Micron Technology.

Further details on this development are available from KPRC 2, including information on the decline in oil prices, which have fallen by over $1, moving closer to previous levels.