Asian shares track Wall Street higher, with Japan outperforming, as more evidence of a slowing US job market boosts the case for a Fed rate cut next week. With Russian President Vladimir Putin set to arrive in India, Prime Minister Modi faces a delicate balancing act between one of the country's most trusted partners and the United States. Bloomberg learns of discussions taking place for Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to potentially lead the White House's National Economic Council - should Kevin Hassett become the next Fed chair. Guests include: Pierre Chartres, M&G Investments, Fixed Income Investment Director; and Martin Horne, Co-Head of Global Investments at Barings. (Source: Bloomberg)