[Tokyo equities] Move higher continues as U.S. stock futures also rise (afternoon session opening on the 11th) (Jiji Press)

The story

At the opening of the afternoon session, the Nikkei 225 started up ¥906.67 from the previous day at ¥61,366.25, supported by moves in U.S. stock futures, and continued to rise. At times, it exceeded the morning session high.

The morning session closed up ¥482.90 from the previous day at ¥60,942.48, helped by dip buying and gains in strong-earnings stocks and financial shares. The Tokyo Stock Price Index, or TOPIX, also rose 30.80 points to 3,924.51.

Trading was active overall, with approximately 59% of stocks rising and 38% falling. Trading volume was 1.19902 billion shares, and trading value was ¥4.0929 trillion. By sector, textiles, securities and electrical equipment rose.

At a glance

Morning session closeNikkei 225 closes at ¥60,942.48

Opening of the afternoon sessionNikkei 225 opens at ¥61,366.25

TOPIXTOPIX at 3,924.51 points

Trading volumeTrading volume was 1.19902 billion shares

Trading valueTrading value was ¥4.0929 trillion

Stock performance breakdown59% of stocks rose and 38% fell

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