The Nikkei Average fell temporarily to the 62,000 level on the 14th, while TOPIX reversed course after opening lower and held a modest gain. Approximately 70% of stocks on the Prime Market rose, and buying extended beyond AI-related stocks.
In trading on the 14th, the Nikkei Average fell sharply, at one point being pushed down to the 62,000 level. By contrast, TOPIX, the Tokyo Stock Price Index, recovered from its morning low and remained modestly higher throughout the day.
Across the market, approximately 70% of Prime Market stocks rose, and buying spread to stocks beyond those related to AI.