In Tokyo trading on the 22nd, the Nikkei Stock Average temporarily moved above the previous day's close. The move was attributed to selective buying back across the broader market, and attention is focused on what happens next.
On the 22nd, the Nikkei Stock Average temporarily turned higher relative to the previous day's close. Signs of buying back emerged during trading, and there were periods when investor caution eased somewhat.
Across the broader market, movements in various stocks continued to be reported with the Nikkei's performance at the center of attention, while specific developments ahead remain a matter for further reports.