Overview: Despite better-than-expected Chinese data, and last week's investor-friendly developments, Asia-Pacific equities were mixed. Australia led the advancing bourses with a 1.6% gain, its largest for the year despite the government revising down growth and wages. China, Taiwan, and Indian markets also moved higher. Europe's Dow Jones Stoxx 600 is extending its advance for the fourth consecutive session, despite disappointing flash PMIs to reach new record highs. US shares are trading to the upside, and the S&P 500 has a three-day rally in tow. Benchmark 10-year yields have mostly edged lower, though the Australian yield