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Indian equities are set to open slightly higher on optimism over a US trade deal and renewed foreign inflows, though sharp losses in IT stocks and an upcoming RBI policy decision may limit gains.

Japan’s 30-year bond yield edged lower ahead of Thursday’s auction, but remains elevated as investors weigh fiscal risks tied to Sunday’s snap election and proposed tax cuts.

Live cattle futures see slight gains; feeder cattle jump. Boxed beef prices dip as slaughter numbers lag year-ago levels.

Westpac’s Ellis said the RBA may be forced into a second consecutive rate hike in March if data momentum builds, though May remains the central case as policymakers look to bring inflation down faster.

Cotton dips on slow sales & rising stocks; Coffee slumps on Brazil rains; Cocoa climbs on Ivory Coast delivery slowdown.

Lean hog futures mixed; USDA hog price $86.29. Coffee slumps on Brazil rains, cocoa climbs on Ivory Coast delays.

Wheat futures dip on global supply glut; coffee slumps on Brazil rains, cocoa climbs on Ivory Coast delivery slowdown.