In the Tokyo market on 29 October, the Nikkei 225 rose ¥705, marking its biggest gain in three days. Advantest's strong earnings lifted the index, while Hitachi's share price fell sharply despite an upward revision and Ibiden's share price remained highly volatile after its upward revision. Trading value exceeded ¥13 trillion.
The Nikkei 225 rose for a third straight day, closing ¥705 higher. Advantest's strong earnings supported the overall market advance and helped pull the index higher.
Hitachi, Ltd. indicated an upward revision to its full-year outlook in notices and announcements, but its share price fell sharply. The market reaction was subdued despite expectations of improved earnings.
Ibiden announced an upward revision, but its share price was highly volatile. Preliminary trading value reached more than ¥13 trillion.