The Nikkei Stock Average stood at ¥64,498 at the opening, up ¥284 from the previous day, and the market got off to a firm start against a backdrop of gains in the Dow and Shanghai Composite.
The Nikkei Average began trading at ¥64,498 at the opening on the 4th, up ¥284. Although no intraday trend has been provided, the Japanese market got off to a positive start against a backdrop of strength in major markets.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average was at 53,686.11, up 624.16 from the previous day, while the Shanghai Composite was at 3,942.08, up 0.70. These developments may have influenced momentum in the Nikkei Average.