The Nikkei rebounded at the open, with dip-buying in AI and semiconductor-related stocks. Blue-chip stocks also held firm, and the opening level was approximately ¥164 higher than the previous day.
The Nikkei opened at ¥67,942.23, up 0.24% from the previous day, in Tokyo trading and rebounded. Dip-buying emerged in AI and semiconductor-related stocks, while major issues also showed resilience.
Among blue-chip stocks, Toyota Motor and Sony Group were modestly firm, while Advantest, Kioxia Holdings and SoftBank Group rose among AI and semiconductor-related stocks. In contrast, Mizuho Financial Group fell, and Aeon hit a new year-to-date low.