The Nikkei Average was temporarily up more than ¥1,400 as of 10:00 a.m. Concerns about investment in AI-related U.S. stocks eased, while progress toward an Anthropic listing spread relief through the market.
The Nikkei Average rose, with its gain temporarily exceeding ¥1,400. As of 10:00 a.m., it was at a high level for that point in the session.
Easing concerns over massive investment in AI-related stocks in the U.S. market provided a buying catalyst for the Nikkei Average and helped lift the broader market.
Reports of progress toward an Anthropic listing have spread relief among investors, according to some views.