The Nikkei 225 extended its gains shortly after the 1st's open. Buying was observed in AI and semiconductor-related stocks, and the index remained firm.
The Nikkei 225 extended its gains shortly after the 1st's open. Investor buying concentrated on AI and semiconductor-related stocks, providing momentum for the shares.
The yen fell to the upper ¥157 range against the dollar, while strong personal consumption in the US was indicated and the dollar was reported to have remained firm.
The main opinions from the monetary policy meeting were reported, prompting the view that attention would focus on the conduct of policy going forward.