The Nikkei 225 temporarily posted a gain of more than ¥1,400 from the previous day, bringing the ¥70,000 milestone into view. Trading activity intensified, and attention focused on the market's direction after the open.
The Nikkei 225 temporarily posted a gain of broadly more than ¥1,400 from the previous day. The index moved sharply, and buying prevailed at times across sectors.
Whether the Nikkei 225 would approach the ¥70,000 milestone became the focus, with market participants reported to be considering the possibility of the index reaching that level.