The Nikkei Average rose sharply from the opening of the Tokyo stock market on the 18th, as buying prompted by gains in US stocks led the market.
The Nikkei Average opened ¥545.30 higher than the previous day at ¥64,681.55. Buying led the market against the backdrop of gains in US stocks.
The article reported that the momentum driven by the previous day's gains in US stocks was continuing, and that the Tokyo market remained firm.
The article contained no specific figures or individual stock names regarding subsequent market trends or movements in individual stocks, and the market was awaiting further reports.