AI and semiconductor-related stocks rose on the back of higher U.S. equities, and the Nikkei Average closed higher for the third consecutive day. The closing price was 65018.95, up +882.70 from the previous day, with trading volume at approximately 2.86228 billion shares and trading value at approximately ¥10.3969 trillion.
The Nikkei Average extended its winning streak to 3 days, reaching ¥65,018.95 at the close on 18 September. It was up +882.70 from the previous day, moving from an opening level of 64681.55 to a high of 65436.57.
Reports indicated that gains in U.S. equities supported the market, with AI-related and semiconductor-related stocks driving the advance. In particular, stocks in the AI and semiconductor sectors were said to have remained firm.
Trading took place on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market. Trading volume was estimated at approximately 2.86228 billion shares, with trading value estimated at approximately ¥10.3969 trillion. Higher U.S. equities were cited as a factor behind the day’s market trend.