CME Nikkei futures ended trading on the 25th up ¥780 at ¥66,455, with buying leading the market following gains in Tokyo. The U.S. stock market was also firm, reportedly supported by lower oil prices.
Following moves in the New York market on the 25th, CME Nikkei futures ended ¥780 higher than the previous day at ¥66,455 on a date-adjusted basis. Firm U.S. equities were reportedly a buying catalyst for the futures.
Developments in the Tokyo stock market also supported the rise in the Nikkei Stock Average, providing a catalyst for buying Nikkei futures. There were also indications that lower oil prices supported the market environment.
Going forward, attention is expected to focus on developments in the U.S. market and energy prices, as well as Bank of Japan policy and the release of domestic Japanese economic indicators.