Thu, 28 Feb 2013 11:19:04 GMT
Asian shares rises after U.S. data
Asian shares advanced, with the regional benchmark index poised for the biggest increase in 5 months, as U.S. data boosted confidence in the world recovery and as a new BOJ governor was nominated. The MSCI Asia Pacific Index rose 1.4% to 135.07 at 3:30 p.m. in Tokyo, set for the biggest jump since September 14. Australia's ASX 200 Index added