Tokyo stocks were sharply higher for the second straight session at the morning close. AI-related and semiconductor-related stocks were the focus of strong buying interest.
The Nikkei Stock Average stood at 66,460.11 at the morning close, up 1,439.17 from the previous day, a gain of approximately 2.21%. An indicator of overall market performance showed a firm trend.
The active buying of AI-related and semiconductor-related stocks was a factor behind the market’s move. Investor buying interest has spread primarily across the two sectors.
The day’s market trend reflects trading conditions in the morning session. Going forward, attention is likely to focus on movements in AI- and semiconductor-related stocks, as well as earnings and news from related companies.