The Nikkei 225 extended its gains, closing 1.08% higher from the previous day at ¥63,954.19, led by AI and semiconductor stocks on gains in U.S. technology stocks and South Korean equities.
The Nikkei 225, the key market indicator on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, extended its gains, closing ¥685.82 higher than on the previous business day at ¥63,954.19. The market-wide advance was reportedly driven by gains in U.S. technology stocks and strength in South Korean equities.
During trading, the Nikkei 225 also briefly recovered the ¥64,000 level, with buying prevailing at times. Specific timing and stock-by-stock developments are described in the article.
AI and semiconductor-related stocks were said to have led the move, with the performance of related issues driving the market trend.