The Nikkei average was up ¥1,497 and trading near its high as of 13:50. Dow futures were reported to be firm in after-hours trading, providing support for share prices in the Tokyo market.
The Nikkei average was up ¥1,497 as of 13:50. Among the top positive contributors to the Nikkei average were SoftBank Group, Tokyo Electron and Advantest. Declining stocks included Bandai Namco Holdings, Kikkoman and BayCurrent Holdings. By sector, nonferrous metals, glass and ceramics products, machinery, banks and textiles posted notable gains, while other financing, transportation equipment, foods, other products and land transport recorded notable declines.
The Nikkei average was trading near its high, and Dow futures were firm in after-hours trading, which was reported to be supporting share prices in the Tokyo market.
The article organizes the initial report that “the Nikkei average was up ¥1,497,” information on positive and negative contributors, and sector trends. This is based on the gist reported by Kabutan.