Asian shares extend global rally; oil prices jump on Saudi cuts

Asian shares continue to rise on Monday fuelled by the positive outlook for the US economy, and the possibility of a pause in rate hikes by the Federal Reserve. Oil prices increased after Saudi Arabia announced a significant cut in production. Brent crude rose by $1.82 to $77.95, while US crude increased by $1.77 to $73.51. Furthermore, Australia’s resources-focused shares increased by 1%, and Japan’s Nikkei rose by 1% to its highest in 33 years. Despite a positive jobs report in the US market, moderating wage growth has encouraged records of a pause in June.