The Nikkei average extended its winning streak to 5 sessions, standing at ¥66,631.14 at the end of the morning session on the 25th, up ¥804.15 from the previous day.
The Nikkei average stood at ¥66,631.14 at the end of the morning session, up ¥804.15 from the previous day, for a gain of approximately 1.23%.
Tokyo Electron was the top positive contributor, adding ¥219.23. Advantest, Ibiden, Fast Retailing and Recruit also contributed.
SoftBank Group was the largest negative contributor, subtracting ¥134.36. FANUC, Shimizu Corporation, Chugai Pharmaceutical and Socionext also made small negative contributions.
By sector, 30 of the 33 sectors rose, while only Information & Communication, Construction and Fishery, Agriculture & Forestry declined.