Tokyo stocks extended their gains at the open. The Nikkei 225 stood at 67,330.35 at 09:03, up 576.63 from the previous day, supported by firm U.S. technology stocks. Although the Dow was heading for a sharp decline, developments in both Japan and the United States continued to influence the market.
The market extended its gains at the open, with the Nikkei 225 at 67,330.35 at 09:03, up 576.63 from the previous day, or 0.86%. Buying interest in domestic equities remained firm against the backdrop of strong U.S. technology stocks.
Alongside the Nikkei 225, movements in U.S. equities may have influenced the market's direction. The Dow closed at 50,906.05 in New York, down 443.87 from the previous day, while the Shanghai Composite stood at 3,842.19, up 11.74.
Overall, firm U.S. technology stocks appeared to provide a buying catalyst at the open and support gains in the Japanese market. The news section of Kabutan is cited as related reference information.