Sydney/New York — Asian share markets began the new month with a bang on Tuesday, buoyed by the prospect of a Covid-19 vaccine fuelling a global economic recovery, buoyant Chinese factory activity and expectations of continuing fiscal and monetary support.

MSCI’s broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan added 1.08% after closing the month 9% higher, the best November since 2001...

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