Nikkei 225 futures were ¥860 higher at ¥64,670 as of noon on the 18th. Trading remained at this level.
Nikkei 225 futures were ¥860 higher than the previous day as of noon on the 18th, at ¥64,670. Trades were executed at this level.
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