The Nikkei 225 traded around ¥700 above the previous day's level on the morning of the 20th, briefly rising to the ¥66,325 range on early buying. Sumitomo Metal Mining, Sumitomo Pharma and Kansai Electric Power were among the top percentage gainers in the index. With follow-up reports on employment and other news yet to be confirmed, market attention remains focused on developments.
The Nikkei 225 was up approximately ¥700 from the previous day at around ¥66,030 on the morning of the 20th. Buying dominated from the start of the session, and the index rose to ¥66,325.32 at 10:08 a.m. It has continued to recover since then.
The broader market's upward trend has continued, with the index showing further strength at times. Index constituents have reportedly led the market on some occasions.
Sumitomo Metal Mining, Sumitomo Pharma and Kansai Electric Power were reportedly among the top percentage gainers among index constituents. The price levels and strength of these stocks may have supported buying interest across the market.
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