Asian Stocks Rise Ahead of Fed Meeting, Oil Holds Steady Near $103

• Asian stocks opened higher, with Japan and South Korea leading gains, pushing the MSCI Asia Pacific Index up by 0.8%.
• US stocks also advanced for a second straight day, signaling cautious optimism despite Middle East conflict.
• Brent crude remained stable around $103 a barrel; Treasuries gained slightly, suggesting easing inflation concerns.
• Investors await the Federal Reserve's interest-rate decision, with focus on how policymakers will address rising energy prices and inflation.
• Geopolitical tensions persist with developments in the Middle East, including claims of Iran's security chief killed and threats of expanded strikes.