In Tokyo trading after the holiday, the Nikkei Stock Average extended its gains, closing ¥553.84 higher than the previous day's close at ¥67,524.06. The market was broadly flat in the morning but widened its gains in the afternoon.
In Tokyo stock market trading on the 12th after the holiday, the Nikkei Stock Average (225 issues) extended its gains. Semiconductor-related stocks rose, prompting buying in related issues. The average moved in a narrow range in the morning as crude oil futures prices rose, but widened its gains in the afternoon.
The Nikkei closed ¥553.84 higher than the 10th closing price before the holiday, at ¥67,524.06. The Tokyo Stock Price Index (TOPIX) rose 38.39 points to 4,139.00, updating its record high.
Trading volume was approximately 2.52278 billion shares. The article was provided by Kyodo News.