Japanese stocks extended their gains, supported by an advance in semiconductor-related shares in the U.S. market. The Nikkei 225 closed at ¥68,308.59, up ¥784.53 from the previous day, while TOPIX set a new record high.
Japanese stocks rose broadly on the 13th, led by technology shares, following gains in semiconductor-related stocks in the U.S. market. The Nikkei 225 remained higher throughout the session, with its gain briefly exceeding ¥1,200 toward the end of trading.
The Nikkei 225 closed at ¥68,308.59, up ¥784.53 from the previous day, while the Tokyo Stock Price Index (TOPIX) rose 37.04 points to 4,176.04. Both the Nikkei 225 and TOPIX set new highs. Trading volume was approximately 2.4035 billion shares.