Emerging markets: Shares in Jakarta continue to rise as Asian stocks extend gains as focus turns to US inflation data

JAKARTA, Sept 13 (Reuters): South Korean shares led Asian equities higher on Tuesday as upbeat sentiment prevailed ahead of U.S. inflation data, which could determine the severity and pace of the Federal Reserve's monetary tightening policy.

Seoul's KOSPI index settled 2.7% higher after an extended weekend in its best session since February 2021.