On the 25th, Tokyo stocks rose for a fifth straight session, with the Nikkei Stock Average closing up ¥850.21 from the previous day at ¥66,364.20. Technology stocks, including semiconductor and electronic-component makers, and bank stocks rose sharply, buoyed by higher bond yields.
The Nikkei Stock Average closed up ¥850.21 from the previous day at ¥66,364.20, marking its fifth consecutive gain. The Tokyo Stock Price Index (TOPIX) rose 53.29 points to 4,128.59, while trading volume was 2.1492 billion shares and trading value was ¥7.8008 trillion.
By sector, banking, securities and commodity futures trading, other financial services and electric appliances were among the leading gainers. Information and communications and construction declined.
The Standard Market TOP20 extended its gains, with trading volume at 457.90 million shares. The Growth Market Growth 250 fell for a second straight session, while Growth Core declined after rising the previous session.