<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="false"><li>Asian shares inched higher ahead of US jobs data following a record high in US stocks post trade deal announcement with Vietnam.</li><li>Apparel stocks including Nike Inc. received support from the trade deal news, driving the regional equity gauge up by 0.2%.</li><li>Treasuries edged up in early Asian trading after yield rises, reflecting cautious optimism amidst uncertainties about interest rates and economic policies.</li><li>US monthly nonfarm payroll data is expected to show slower hiring and a higher unemployment rate, impacting Federal Reserve's rate decisions and market expectations.</li></ul>

Asian Shares Post Modest Gains Before US Payrolls Data: Markets Wrap

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