The Nikkei Stock Average posted a sharp rise in the Tokyo market. It closed at ¥65,158.19, up ¥1,819.12 from the previous Friday, with AI- and semiconductor-related shares driving the market.
The Nikkei Stock Average rose sharply on the 25th in the Tokyo stock market, ending at ¥65,158.19, up ¥1,819.12 from the previous Friday. It was reported to have reached a new record high on a closing-price basis. This may have eased market participants’ reluctance to buy.
Reports indicated that the Nikkei’s rise was supported by moves in AI- and semiconductor-related shares, with the strength of technology-related stocks seen as having pushed up the index. Gains in individual stocks were also cited as a factor supporting the index.
Throughout the session, prices remained above the previous Friday’s level, and the record-high run was confirmed to have continued. There was also speculation that buying activity in the market had become more active again.
Against the backdrop of developments in the Japanese market, the news suggested that movements in Japanese equities could affect trading revenue. Attention is expected to remain focused on AI- and semiconductor-related stocks.