The Nikkei 225 opened slightly higher in the Tokyo stock market, starting at ¥63,672.13, up ¥188.03 from the previous day. As movements in the crude oil market and the upward trend in interest rates prompted caution, the index also briefly moved into negative territory.
The Nikkei 225 opened 0.3% higher than the previous day in the Tokyo stock market, starting at ¥63,672.13. It began the session with a modest rebound.
The upward trend in crude oil prices and concerns over rising interest rates then came into focus, and the index briefly turned slightly lower. Market reports said caution spread against the backdrop of higher oil prices and interest-rate movements.