Japan’s Nikkei share average declined nearly 4 per cent on Tuesday to its lowest close in over two months, as chip-related stocks mirrored the downward trend of their US counterparts in anticipation of significant tech earnings. The Nikkei declined by 3.95 per cent, closing at 62,364.92, marking its lowest level since May 21. Meanwhile, the Read More
Japan’s Nikkei fell into correction territory on Friday, as a global decline in chipmakers and an intensification of the Middle East conflict led investors to avoid risk assets. The benchmark Nikkei 225 experienced a decline of 4.03%, closing at 64,141.12, having previously dropped by as much as 6.18%. The index currently stands at a decline Read More
The Nikkei share gauge experienced an uptick on Friday, bolstered by a surge in AI-related stocks. Concurrently, the nation’s bond market and currency showed improvement, influenced by a possible shift in the investment strategy of Japan’s substantial pension funds. The benchmark Nikkei 225 experienced an increase of 2%, reaching 69,121.02, while the broader Topix saw Read More
Japan’s Nikkei share average closed higher for a third consecutive session on Wednesday, buoyed by AI-related shares. However, fresh hurdles in U.S.-Iran peace negotiations and investor caution in a volatile market constrained the extent of the gains. The benchmark Nikkei 225 advanced 0.59% to close at 70,474.96, paring an earlier surge of as much as Read More
Japan’s Nikkei share average increased by over 4% on Thursday, achieving a record closing high, driven by a surge in AI-related stocks following the positive quarterly profit and revenue forecast from U.S. memory chipmaker Micron. The Nikkei closed 4.6% higher at 72,366.34, snapping two straight sessions of declines. The broader Topix rose 1.33% to 4,016.47. Read More
After rising 16% in April, Japan’s Nikkei 225 NI225 increased 12% last month. However, according to Citi, Japanese stocks may be nearing their top before continuing to advance until the end of the year. Supporting factors have included hopes for a U.S.-Iranian peace agreement, a peak in crude oil prices, a boom in AI and Read More
Asia-Pacific markets exhibited a mixed performance on Wednesday as investors evaluated the implications of recent U.S. military actions in Iran, the precarious nature of the Washington-Tehran ceasefire, and the prevailing optimism regarding the potential for a negotiated settlement. Japan’s Nikkei 225 Closed flat at 64,999.41, relinquishing gains after reaching a new record high, while the Read More
Japan’s Nikkei 225 breached 65,000 for the first time Monday, reaching a record high in holiday-thinned Asia trading. This surge followed reports suggesting that the crucial Strait of Hormuz may soon reopen, which contributed to a decline in oil prices and subsequently bolstered investor sentiment. President Donald Trump stated in a Truth Social post that Read More
Asia-Pacific markets experienced an upward trend on Friday as investors evaluate the diplomatic initiatives between the U.S. and Iran aimed at achieving a peace agreement in the Middle East. However, Tehran’s intention to retain its enriched uranium stockpile domestically, as reported, may complicate its negotiations with Washington. President Donald Trump has prioritised dismantling Iran’s nuclear Read More
Asia-Pacific markets experienced a decline on Wednesday as investors assessed the implications of heightened bond yields alongside a resurgence of geopolitical tensions. This shift in sentiment was influenced by U.S. President Donald Trump’s declaration on Tuesday that he was “an hour away” from making a decision to strike Iran, although he was subsequently convinced to Read More
