Asia-Pacific markets set to open higher; Reserve Bank of Australia decision in spotlight

Group 1 - Asia-Pacific markets exhibited mixed trading patterns, with a focus on the Reserve Bank of Australia's (RBA) interest rate decision [1][2] - The RBA is anticipated to maintain its cash rate at 3.6%, as high inflation limits the potential for monetary policy easing [1][2] - Building approvals in Australia are expected to show a 2.8% increase in August, following a significant 8.2% decline in July [2] Group 2 - Australia's S&P/ASX 200 index experienced a slight increase of 0.1% [3] - Japan's Nikkei 225 index decreased by 0.17%, while the Topix index fell by 0.21% [3] - South Korea's Kospi index rose by 0.27%, and the Kosdaq index advanced by 0.18% [3] - Hong Kong's Hang Seng index futures were trading at 26,735, surpassing the last close of 26,622.88 [3]