The Nikkei Average extended its gains in the morning Tokyo market, rising 0.82% as gains in AI and semiconductor-related stocks drove the index higher. Investors continued to remain on the sidelines as they awaited the BOJ's decision.
The Nikkei Average rose 0.82% to ¥64,662.11 in the morning session of the Tokyo market, as gains in AI and semiconductor-related stocks drove the index higher. Investors remained on the sidelines ahead of the BOJ.