The Nikkei Stock Average rose ¥553.84 from the previous day to close at ¥67,524.06 in the Tokyo stock market, while the TOPIX rose 38.39 points to 4,139.00, setting a new record high.
The Nikkei Stock Average closed at ¥67,524.06 on 12 August, up ¥553.84 from the previous day. Buying focused on semiconductor stocks, led by AI-related shares, pushed the Nikkei higher.
The Tokyo Stock Price Index (TOPIX) rose 38.39 points to 4,139.00, setting a new record high.