The Nikkei 225 is expected to trade between around ¥62,000 and ¥69,000 next week. Corporate earnings for April-June 2026 are expected to be strong, with the performance of AI and semiconductor stocks a key focus for the market.
The Nikkei 225 is reportedly expected to trade within a range of around ¥62,000 to ¥69,000 from 17 to 21 next week. The market is expected to remain firm despite light trading, with price movements within the range likely to be observed.
The backdrop includes strong corporate earnings for April-June 2026, while the performance of AI-related and semiconductor stocks is seen as having a particularly significant effect on the market. Expectations for expansion of the AI market and a recovery in demand related to generative AI are attracting attention as factors supporting market conditions.