Asian stocks expected to decline as oil prices surge past $100. Crude oil reaches new all-time high by December 31 at 20% YES.

Brent crude rises above $100 amid Middle East conflict fears. New all-time high by December 31 at 16% YES.

Asian shares are trading mixed amid concerns about higher oil prices and inflation. Benchmarks fell Wednesday in Tokyo and Hong Kong, while rising in Sydney and Seoul and being…