By Vivek Kumar Moving markets today: Asian markets open lower, oil prices extend decline; China’s consumer prices up, Bank of Japan signals hawkish stance by scaling back JGB purchase; focus shifts to US inflation and Walmart earnings In Asian markets, cautious sentiments prevailed at the start of the week as investors awaited crucial inflation data from the US, which could influence expectations regarding potential adjustments to interest rates. The decline in oil prices continued, fueled by concerns over weak fuel demand and a strengthening dollar. On the other hand, gold prices saw a modest…