Nikkei Stock Average briefly returns to the 70,000 range, first time in 3 months

The Nikkei average temporarily recovered to the 70,000 range, reaching a level not seen for 3 months. A rise during trading hours was reported.

The article contains no detailed background or stock-by-stock developments beyond this event, reporting only the fact that the index recovered to the 70,000 range.

The article contains no new numerical information or specific information on future developments at this time.