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In Tokyo,  the Nikkei 225 Index dropped 448 points or 1.35 percent on Tuesday. Losses were led by Advantest (-5.99%), Screen Holdings (-4.69%) and Tokyo Electron (-3.61%).

The Nikkei 225 Index Closes 1.35% Lower

The Nikkei 225 Index fell 1% to below 33,000 while the broader Topix Index lost 0.2% to 2,357 on Tuesday, extending losses from the previous session and taking cues from a negative lead on Wall Street overnight as investors continued to assess the monetary policy outlook. Markets also digested data showing Tokyo’s core inflation rate, a leading indicator for nationwide price trends, rose less than expected in November but surpassed the Bank of Japan’s 2% target for the 18th consecutive month. Technology stocks led the decline, with sharp losses from Tokyo Electron (-2.4%), Advantest (-3.8%), SoftBank Group (-1.5%), Disco Corp (-3.1%) and Renesas Electronics (-3.8%). Other index heavyweights also tumbled, including Fast Retailing (-2%), Shin-Etsu Chemical (-2%) and Hitachi (-1.4%).

Japanese Shares Track Wall Street Lower

In Tokyo,  the Nikkei 225 Index decreased 298 points or 0.89 percent on Monday. Losses were driven by Suzuki Motor (-3.70%), Bandai Namco Holdings (-3.64%) and Denso (-3.60%). Biggest rises came from Credit Saison (3.82%), Trend Micro (3.76%) and Kawasaki Kisen (3.27%).

The Nikkei 225 Index Closes 0.89% Lower

The Nikkei 225 Index fell 0.6% to around 33,230 while the broader Topix Index dropped 1% to 2,359 on Monday, hitting their lowest levels in almost three weeks, with nearly all sectors participating in the decline. A rallying yen also weighed on domestic equities as it renders Japan’s export-heavy industries less competitive and makes Japanese assets more expensive for foreign investors. Meanwhile, markets look ahead to Tokyo inflation data on Tuesday, which is considered as a leading indicator of nationwide price trends. Notable losses were seen from index heavyweights such as Toyota Motor (-2.1%), Mitsubishi UFJ (-1.5%), Sony Group (-1.6%), Advantest (-1.6%) and Honda Motor (-2.5%).

Japanese Shares Fall in Broad Decline

The Nikkei 225 Index fell 0.1% to around 33,450 while the broader Topix Index gained 0.35% to 2,383 in mixed trade on Friday, with Japanese shares struggling for direction as investors assessed a raft of economic reports. Final data showed that Japan’s manufacturing activity contracted for the sixth straight month in November. Meanwhile, the country’s unemployment rate edged down to 2.5% in October from 2.6% in September, while capital spending increased 3.4% in the third quarter. Technology stocks mostly declined, with losses from Tokyo Electron (-0.9%), Advantest (-0.8%), Keyence (-1.2%), SoftBank Group (-0.7%) and Disco Corp (-0.9%). Meanwhile, gains were seen from index heavyweights such as Toyota Motor (1.3%), Seven & I Holdings (4.6%), Kawasaki Kisen (2.2%), Daiichi Sankyo (2.2%) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (1%).

Japanese Shares Wobble on Friday

The Nikkei 225 Index rose 0.5% to close at 33,487 while the broader Topix Index gained 0.44% to 2,375 on Thursday, with both benchmarks snapping a three-day decline as risk sentiment improved. The Nikkei and Topix indexes also rallied 8.5% and 5.4%, respectively, in November, buoyed by bets that US interest rates have already peaked. Japanese stocks also got a boost from strong domestic earnings and the yen’s weakness through the first half of November. Meanwhile, investors digested data showing Japanese industrial output rose more than expected in October, while retail sales growth missed forecasts. Notable gains were seen from index heavyweights such as Advantest (4.3%), Mitsui & Co (1%), Kawasaki Kisen (3.2%), Keyence (1.5%) and Disco Corp (2.1%).

Japanese Shares Book Strong Gains Monthly

The Nikkei 225 Index fell 0.15% to around 33,275 while the broader Topix Index dropped 0.3% to 2,355 on Thursday, with both benchmarks sliding for the fourth consecutive session as a rallying yen weighed on domestic equities. A strong yen hurts Japan’s export-heavy industries and makes Japanese assets more expensive for foreign investors. Investors also weighed data showing Japanese industrial output rose more than expected in October, while retail sales growth missed forecasts. Notable losses were seen from index heavyweights such as Mitsubishi Corp (-1.7%), Fast Retailing (-1.3%), Sony Group (-0.6%), Shiseido Company (-3.7%) and Asahi Group (-1.3%).

Japanese Shares Slide for Fourth Session

The Nikkei 225 Index fell 0.5% to around 33,250 while the broader Topix Index lost 0.2% to 2,372 on Wednesday, with both benchmarks sliding for the third consecutive session as investors continued to book profits following a strong November rally. Markets also look ahead to key economic data this week, with Japanese retail sales and industrial production figures set to be released on Thursday, while the unemployment rate will follow on Friday. Notable losses were seen from index heavyweights such as Mitsubishi UFJ (-1.4%), Kawasaki Kisen (-1.3%), Kobe Steel (-3%), Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (-1.7%) and Honda Motor (-1.4%). Offsetting the losses, gains were seen from Toyota Motor (0.5%), Asahi Group (1.2%) and Recruit Holdings (2.6%).

Japanese Shares Drop for Third Session

The Nikkei 225 Index fell 0.15% to around 33,400 while the broader Topix Index lost 0.2% to 2,376 on Tuesday, sliding for the second straight session amid a lack of market-moving cues. Japanese shares also tracked losses on Wall Street overnight as investors assessed the pause in the November rally, while awaiting key economic data this week. Domestically, Japan will release retail sales and industrial production figures on Thursday, followed by the unemployment rate on Friday. Notable losses were seen from index heavyweights such as Mitsubishi UFJ (-0.9%), Kawasaki Kisen (-2.2%), Toyota Motor (-0.5%), Daikin Industries (-1%) and Daiichi Sankyo (-1.8%).

Japanese Shares Slide for Second Session

In Tokyo,  the Nikkei 225 Index fell 312 points or 0.93 percent on Monday. Leading the losses are Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (-5.05%), CyberAgent (-3.85%) and Sumitomo Metal Mining (-3.74%). Top gainers were Credit Saison (2.58%), KAO (2.53%) and Sumco (2.39%).

The Nikkei 225 Index Closes 0.93% Lower

The Nikkei 225 Index climbed 0.2% to around 33,690 while the broader Topix Index gained 0.25% to 2,397 on Monday, rising for the third straight session as investors look ahead to more data in Japan this week to guide economic and monetary policy outlook domestically. Last week, data showed that the country’s headline inflation rate accelerated to 3.3% in October from 3% in September, pointing to the highest reading since July. Preliminary figures also showed that business activity in Japan slowed to an 11-month low in November amid persistent weakness in the manufacturing sector. Notable gains were seen from index heavyweights such as Mitsubishi UFJ (1%), Kawasaki Kisen (1.7%), Fast Retailing (1.4%), Recruit Holdings (2.1%) and Sony Group (1.3%).

Japanese Shares Climb as More Data Eyed

In Tokyo,  the Nikkei 225 Index gained 186 points or 0.56 percent on Friday. Gains were led by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (6.20%), Resonac Holdings (5.22%) and Screen Holdings (4.40%). Biggest losers were Daikin (-2.54%), Oji Paper (-2.44%) and Nippon Paper (-1.92%).

The Nikkei 225 Index Closes 0.56% Higher

The Nikkei 225 Index jumped 1% to above 33,700 while the broader Topix Index gained 0.7% to 2,395 in post-holiday trade on Friday, with the former marching toward fresh 33-year highs as investors assessed key economic data in Japan. The country’s headline inflation rate accelerated to 3.3% in October from 3% in September, pointing to the highest reading since July. Preliminary figures also showed that business activity in Japan slowed to an 11-month low in November amid persistent weakness in the manufacturing sector. Nearly all sectors participated in the advance, with notable gains from index heavyweights such as Toyota Motor (2.6%), Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (3.8%), Tokyo Electron (1.3%), Keyence (1.5%), SoftBank Group (1.8%) and Renesas Electronics (3.4%).

Japanese Shares Jump in Post-Holiday Trade

The Nikkei 225 Index rose 0.3% to around 33,470 while the broader Topix Index gained 0.4% to 2,378 on Wednesday, with Japanese shares snapping a two-day decline amid a broad market rebound. Japanese shares also gained despite a weak lead on Wall Street overnight, as the US Federal Reserve signaled that monetary policy will remain restrictive and investors digested mixed earnings results. Notable gains were seen from index heavyweights such as Mitsubishi UFJ (0.5%), Kawasaki Kisen (0.3%), Renesas Electronics (0.6%), Japan Tobacco (1%),  Fast Retailing (0.5%) and Sony Group (1.1%). Investors now look ahead to Japanese inflation data on Friday, as well as manufacturing and services PMI figures to gauge the economic health of the country.

Japanese Shares Rise in Broad Rebound

The Nikkei 225 Index fell 0.1% to around 33,356 while the broader Topix Index lost 0.2% to 2,368 on Tuesday, with both benchmarks sliding for the second straight session as investors continued to book profits following a sustained rally over the past three weeks. Markets also cautiously awaited preliminary manufacturing and services PMI figures and inflation data in Japan to gauge the economic health of the country. In the US, Microsoft jumped 2.1% on Monday after hiring OpenAI founder Sam Altman to lead its artificial intelligence research team, while Nvidia gained 2.3% ahead of its earnings report. Notable losses were seen from index heavyweights such as Toyota Motor (-0.7%), Mitsubishi UFJ (-0.8%), Ajinomoto (-2.3%), Honda Motor (-2.5%) and Sony Group (-0.7%).

The Nikkei225 Index rose as much as 0.8% to reach a fresh 33-year high of 33,853 on Monday, before reversing those gains to close 0.59% lower at 33,388 as investors booked profits following a three-week rally. The broader Topix Index also lost 0.77% to 2,373. The recent run-up in Japanese stocks has been driven by strong domestic earnings and growing expectations that US interest rates already peaked and could start falling next year. Investors now look ahead to the latest Federal Reserve policy meeting minutes to guide the rates outlook, as well as preliminary manufacturing and services PMI figures and inflation data in Japan to gauge the economic health of the country. Notable losses were seen from index heavyweights such as Toyota Motor (-3.9%), Renesas Electronics (-2.7%), Disco Corp (-1.1%), Advantest (-1.6%) and Mitsubishi Corp (-1.6%).

Japanese Shares Fall on Profit-Taking

The Nikkei 225 Index rose 0.6% to around 33,800 on Monday, hitting its highest levels since 1990 on the back of strong domestic earnings and growing expectations that US interest rates already peaked and could start falling next year. The broader Topix Index also gained 0.5% to 2,400, reaching its strongest levels in two months. Investors now look ahead to the latest Federal Reserve policy meeting minutes to guide the rates outlook, as well as preliminary manufacturing and services PMI figures in Japan to gauge the economic health of the country. Notable gains were seen from index heavyweights such as Mitsubishi UFJ (1.2%), Tokyo Electron (1%), SoftBank Group (2.7%), Tokio Marine Holdings (7.6%) and Panasonic Holdings (6.2%).

Japan’s Nikkei Hits Fresh 33-Year High

JP225 increased to a 9-week high of 33623

Stocks in Japan Hit 9-week High

The Nikkei 225 Index rose 0.3% to above 33,500 while the broader Topix Index lost 0.1% to 2,366 in mixed trade on Friday, as Japanese shares struggled for clear direction amid a lack of market moving cues. Still, the benchmark indexes are on track to post strong gains this week as cooling US inflation bolstered hopes that the Federal Reserve is done raising interest rates. Earlier this week, data showed that Japan’s economy shrank faster than expected in the third quarter amid slowing global demand and rising domestic inflation. Notable gains were seen from index heavyweights such as Advantest (1.7%), Hitachi (2.4%) and Shin-Etsu Chemical (1%), while losses were seen from Mitsubishi UFJ (-1.5%), Toyota Motor (-1.1%) and Sony Group (-1.9%).

Japanese Shares Mixed on Friday

The Nikkei 225 Index rose 0.1% to around 33,560 while the broader Topix Index gained 0.4% to 2,383 on Thursday, hitting their highest levels since September  as investors reacted to data showing Japan’s trade deficit narrowed sharply in October amid robust exports and declining imports. On Wednesday, data showed that Japan’s economy shrank faster than expected in the third quarter amid slowing global demand and rising domestic inflation. Elsewhere, investors continued to assess the implications of easing US inflation and weighed the impact of high-level discussions between the US and China. Notable gains were seen from index heavyweights such as Mitsubishi UFJ (1.6%), Sumitomo Mitsui (2.9%), Renesas Electronics (3.6%), Toyota Motor (1%) and Recruit Holdings (6.6%).

Japanese Shares Climb on Upbeat Data

In Tokyo,  the Nikkei 225 Index gained 822 points or 2.51 percent on Wednesday. Gains were led by Idemitsu Kosan (18.23%), Terumo (11.35%) and Ebara (9.70%).

The Nikkei 225 Index Closes 2.51% Higher

The Nikkei 225 Index jumped 2% to above 33,300 while the broader Topix Index gained 1.2% to 2,373 on Wednesday, hitting their highest levels in about two months as investors digested data showing Japan’s economy shrank faster than expected in the third quarter. The country’s economy also contracted for the first time in four quarters amid slowing global demand and rising domestic inflation. Moreover, Japanese shares tracked a strong rally on Wall Street overnight as US inflation eased, bolstering the view that the Federal Reserve is done raising interest rates and putting downward pressure on Treasury yields. Technology stocks led the charge, with gains from Advantest (6.6%), Tokyo Electron (3.1%), SoftBank Group (3.1%), Disco Corp (4.7%) and Keyence (2.7%). Other index heavyweights also advanced, including Toyota Motor (1.8%), Sony Group (3.9%) and Fast Retailing (2.6%).

Japanese Shares Jump Amid Weak GDP Data

The Nikkei 225 Index rose 0.3% to above 32,600 while the broader Topix Index climbed 0.4% to 2,345 on Tuesday, extending gains from the previous session as investors look ahead to Japan’s third quarter gross domestic product report due on Wednesday. Japanese trade data will also be released on Thursday. Meanwhile, investors remain cautious ahead of key US inflation data due for release later today that could influence the interest rate outlook globally. Financial stocks led the charge, with gains from Mitsubishi UFJ (2%), Sumitomo Mitsui (0.9%) and Mizuho Financial (2.3%). Other index heavyweights also advanced, including Tokyo Electron (2.2%), Toyota Motor (0.9%) and Shiseido Company (1.6%).

Japanese Shares Gain Ahead of GDP Data

In Tokyo,  the Nikkei 225 Index fell 238 points or 0.73 percent on Monday. Leading the losses are Shiseido (-14.33%), Nissan Chemical (-10.83%) and JGC (-4.41%). Top gainers were Mitsui Mining & Smelting (9.34%), Isuzu Motors (7.48%) and Credit Saison (6.74%).

The Nikkei 225 Index Closes 0.73% Lower

The Nikkei 225 Index rose 0.5% to hit over seven-week highs above 32,700 while the broader Topix Index gained 0.3% to 2,344 on Monday, as investors reacted to data showing producer inflation in Japan slowed for the tenth consecutive month in October. Markets also look ahead to Japan’s gross domestic product report on Wednesday and trade figures on Thursday for more clues on the economy. Meanwhile, investors remained cautious following another downgrade on US credit rating outlook as concerns about the country’s  increasing fiscal deficits and political standoffs mounted. Notable gains were seen from index heavyweights such as Tokyo Electron (3.2%). Mitsubishi UFJ (1.3%), Toyota Motor (0.7%), Disco Corp (3.2%) and Nintendo (2.6%).

Japan’s Nikkei Hits Over 7-Week High

The Nikkei 225 Index fell 1% to below 32,400 while the broader Topix Index lost 0.5% to 2,322 on Friday, giving back gains from the previous session and taking cues from a negative lead on Wall Street overnight as Treasury yields jumped and Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell pushed back against bets on interest rate cuts. Powell said the US central bank is “not confident” monetary settings are sufficiently restrictive to achieve the 2% inflation target. Consumer-related stocks led the decline, with sharp losses from Fast Retailing (-1.7%), Sony Group (-3.1%), Nintendo (-3%), Toyota Motor (-1.1%) and Honda Motor (-5.9%). Other index heavyweights also slumped, including SoftBank Group (-5.7%), Daikin Industries (-1.4%) and Kobe Steel (-3.9%).

Japanese Shares Fall on Powell Remarks

In Tokyo,  the Nikkei 225 Index went up by 520 points or 1.62 percent on Thursday. Top gainers were Casio Computer (8.09%), Mitsui Engineering & Shipbuilding (5.83%) and KAO (4.99%).

The Nikkei 225 Index Closes 1.62% Higher

The Nikkei 225 Index rose 0.8% to above 32,400 while the broader Topix Index edged up 0.1% to 2,309 on Thursday, snapping a two-day decline, with technology stocks leading the market higher. Investors also digested data showing Japan posted a current account surplus for the eighth straight month in September, but the latest figure came in below forecasts. Gains in the technology sector were led by Tokyo Electron (2.2%), Lasertec (2.1%), SoftBank Group (3%), Murata Manufacturing (2%) and Socionext (0.8%). Other index heavyweights also advanced, including Nintendo (4.9%), Mitsubishi Corp (1.7%) and Fast Retailing (1.5%).

Japanese Shares Rise on Tech Boost

The Nikkei 225 Index fell 0.33% to close at 32,166 while the broader Topix Index dropped 1.16% to 2,306 on Wednesday, sliding for the second straight session as investors turn cautious ahead of US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s speech later today. Domestically, a private survey showed that sentiment among manufacturers in Japan improved in November, although the report highlighted a challenging outlook amid a “patchy economic recovery.” Sharp losses were seen from index heavyweights such as Mitsubishi UFJ (-4.2%), Sumitomo Mitsui (-5%), Toyota Motor (-2.7%), Kawasaki Kisen (-2.1%) and SoftBank Group (-2.9%). Meanwhile, Nintendo (6.1%), Mazda Motor (10.4%), Suzuki Motor (3.2%) and LY Corporation  (5.7%) gained on upbeat corporate results.

Japanese Shares Fall Ahead of Powell Remarks

The Nikkei 225 Index rose 0.3% to above 32,300 while the broader Topix Index fell 0.2% to 2,328 in minced trade on Wednesday, with Japanese shares struggling for clear direction as investors awaited more economic data to guide the outlook. Meanwhile, a private survey showed that sentiment among manufacturers in Japan improved in November, although the report highlighted a challenging outlook amid a “patchy economic recovery.” Strong gains were seen from Nintendo (5.9%), Mazda Motor (14.5%), Suzuki Motor (4.5%) and LY Corporation  (8.9%) on upbeat corporate results. Meanwhile, losses were seen from index heavyweights such as Mitsubishi UFJ (-1.1%), Kawasaki Kisen (-1.1%) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (-2.1%).

Japanese Shares Struggle for Direction

In Tokyo,  the Nikkei 225 Index decreased 456 points or 1.40 percent on Tuesday. Losses were driven by Ajinomoto (-9.68%), Shimizu Corporation (-7.29%) and NTT DATA (-6.76%).

The Nikkei 225 Index Closes 1.40% Lower

The Nikkei 225 Index fell 1.34% to close at 32,272 while the broader Topix Index dropped 1.17% to 2,333 on Tuesday, retreating sharply from six-week highs as caution dominated sentiment globally amid soft Chinese trade data and an interest rate hike from Australia’s central bank. Last week, Japanese shares jumped about 3% after the Bank of Japan pledged to patiently maintain its accommodative monetary policy and only made minor adjustments to yield curve controls. Domestic stocks also tracked a sharp rally on Wall Street amid growing expectations that the US Federal Reserve is done hiking rates. Notable losses were seen from index heavyweights such as Toyota Motor (-0.5%), Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (-2.4%), Tokyo Electron (-1.4%), Keyence (-2.7%) and Advantest (-1.8%).

Japanese Shares Fall on Weak Sentiment

The Nikkei 225 Index fell 0.8% to below 32,500 while the broader Topix Index lost 0.2% to 2,355 on Tuesday, retreating slightly from six-week highs as investors cautiously awaited Chinese trade data and an interest rate decision from Australia’s central bank. Last week, Japanese shares jumped about 3% after the Bank of Japan pledged to patiently maintain its accommodative monetary policy and only made minor adjustments to yield curve controls. Domestic stocks also tracked a sharp rally on Wall Street amid growing expectations that the US Federal Reserve is done hiking rates. Notable losses were seen from index heavyweights such as Toyota Motor (-0.5%), Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (-1.1%), Tokyo Electron (-1.7%), Keyence (-1.3%) and Advantest (-1%).

Japanese Shares Fall on Market Caution

In Tokyo,  the Nikkei 225 Index rose 740 points or 2.32 percent on Monday. Leading the gains are Sumitomo Electric (12.55%), Minebea (10.80%) and Advantest (7.65%).

The Nikkei 225 Index Closes 2.32% Higher

The Nikkei 225 Index jumped 2.1% to above 32,600 while the broader Topix Index climbed 1.4% to 2,353 on Monday, hitting their highest levels in six weeks and tracking gains on Wall Street Friday as a soft monthly US jobs report reinforced bets the Federal Reserve is done with rate hikes, giving a boost to equities. Domestically, investors digested final data confirming Japanese business activity slowed to a ten-month low in October. Last week, Japanese shares initially rallied after the Bank of Japan pledged to patiently maintain its accommodative monetary policy and only made minor adjustments to yield curve controls. Nearly all sectors participated in the advance, with strong gains from index heavyweights such as Toyota Motor (2.8%), Tokyo Electron (3.1%), Keyence (2.2%), Advantest (5.9%) and Mitsubishi Corp (2.8%).

Japanese Shares Hit 6-Week High

JP225 increased to a 6-week high of 32740

Stocks in Japan Hit 6-week High

In Tokyo,  the Nikkei 225 Index went up by 368 points or 1.17 percent on Thursday. Top gainers were Advantest (9.83%), Screen Holdings (7.88%) and Kikkoman Corporation (6.99%).

The Nikkei 225 Index Closes 1.17% Higher

The Nikkei 225 Index jumped 1.3% to above 32,000 while the broader Topix Index surged 2.1% to 2,334 on Thursday, hitting their highest levels in at least two weeks and tracking  a tech-led rally on Wall Street overnight, as risk appetite returned to the markets after the US Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged and the 10-year US yield fell to a two-week low. Still, the Fed kept the door open to further monetary tightening, but growing recessionary fears prompted traders to bet on potential rate cuts. Japanese shares rallied initially this week after the Bank of Japan pledged to patiently maintain its accommodative monetary policy and only made minor adjustments to yield curve controls. Nearly all sectors advanced, with strong gains from index heavyweights such as Toyota Motor (4.5%), Keyence (2.1%), Tokyo Electron (2.6%), Advantest (6.8%) and Oriental Land (3.1%).

Japanese Shares Track Wall Street Higher

In Tokyo,  the Nikkei 225 Index rose 717 points or 2.32 percent on Wednesday. Leading the gains are Mitsubishi Electric (14.58%), Daiwa Securities (9.69%) and Mitsubishi Chem (9.13%).

The Nikkei 225 Index jumped 2% to above 31,400 while the broader Topix Index gained 1.9% to 2,297 on Wednesday, hitting their highest levels in two week and benefitting largely from a sharp decline in the yen as the Bank of Japan’s move to loosen its grip on long-term rates was seen as inadequate. Japanese shares also tracked gains on Wall Street overnight as investors prepared for the latest policy decision from the US Federal Reserve where it is expected to hold interest rates steady. Nearly all sectors advanced, with strong gains from index heavyweights such as Tokyo Electron (1.7%), Keyence (2.9%), Sony Group (2.9%), Kawasaki Kisen (1.4%) and Mitsubishi Corp (2.8%).

Japanese Shares Jump on Minor BOJ Policy Tweak

The Nikkei 225 Index rose 0.53% to close at 30,859 while the broader Topix Index gained 1.01% to 2,254 on Tuesday, reversing losses from the previous session as the Bank of Japan largely kept an accommodative policy stance, although it made further adjustments to its yield curve controls. The central bank expanded its target band on the 10-year JGB yield to +/- 1% from 0.5%, removed mention of daily fixed-rate JGB purchasing operations and revised its inflation outlook upwards. Still, the market shrugged off those hawkish moves as traders were expecting the BOJ to hint at the removal of its entire yield curve control policy. Notable gains were seen from index heavyweights such as Mitsubishi UFJ (2.2%), Sumitomo Mitsui (1.4%), Oriental Land (2.8%), Keyence (1.5%) and Japan Post Bank (3.6%).

Japanese Shares Gain After BOJ Decision

In Tokyo,  the Nikkei 225 Index went up by 193 points or 0.63 percent on Tuesday. Top gainers were Nippon Electric Glass (9.38%), Nisshin Seifun (7.27%) and Nippon Light (5.76%). Biggest losses came from Panasonic (-9.12%), Mitsui OSK Lines (-5.36%) and NEC (-4.80%).

The Nikkei 225 Index Closes 0.63% Higher

The Nikkei 225 Index was little changed around 30,697 while the broader Topix Index rose 0.4% to 2,240 on Tuesday, with Japanese stocks struggling for clear direction as investors cautiously awaited the Bank of Japan’s monetary policy decision. The central bank is widely expected to keep monetary settings unchanged, but the Nikkei reported that it is set to consider a further adjustment to its yield curve control by allowing the 10-year JGB yield to rise above 1%. Meanwhile, an upbeat session on Wall Street overnight aided sentiment as US stocks rebounded from oversold levels. Japanese shares traded mixed, with losses from index heavyweights such as Oriental Land (-1.1%), Tokyo Electron (-2%) and Panasonic Holdings (-8.1%), while gains were seen from Mitsubishi UFJ (1.6%), Keyence (2%) and Japan Post Bank (3.4%).

Japanese Shares Wobble Ahead of BOJ Decision

The Nikkei 225 Index fell 1.3% to around 30,600 while the broader Topix Index lost 0.9% to 2,234 on Monday, reversing gains from the previous session as investors braced for the Bank of Japan’s monetary policy decision this week. Japan’s core inflation rate remained above the central bank’s target for the eighteenth straight month in September, keeping the BOJ under pressure to normalize monetary policy. Externally, stronger-than-expected US economic data reinforced the higher-for-longer view on interest rates, pressuring equities globally. Notable losses were seen from index heavyweights such as Toyota Motor (-2.5%), Sumitomo Mitsui (-1.8%), Takeda Pharmaceutical (-1.6%), SoftBank Group (-1.4%) and Mitsubishi Corp (-2.3%).

Japanese Shares Fall Ahead of BOJ Decision

In Tokyo,  the Nikkei 225 Index rose 425 points or 1.39 percent on Friday. Leading the gains are Fujitsu (11.25%), Mitsui Chemicals (4.16%) and Yamato Transport (3.70%).

The Nikkei 225 Index Closes 1.39% Higher

The Nikkei 225 Index rose 0.4% to above 30,700 while the broader Topix Index gained 0.5% to 2,235 on Friday, recouping some losses from the previous session and defying another sharp selloff on Wall Street, with nearly all sectors participating in the rebound. Investors also digested data showing Tokyo’s core inflation rate, a leading indicator of nationwide price trends, accelerated and exceeded forecasts in October. This keeps the Bank of Japan under pressure to normalize monetary policy ahead of its meeting next week. Notable gains were seen from index heavyweights such as Toyota Motor (0.8%), Kawasaki Kisen (1.3%) and Nidec Corp (1.9%). In corporate news, Fujitsu jumped 11% on a strong corporate earnings report, while Canon and Takeda Pharmaceutical dropped 5% and 7%, respectively, on disappointing results.

Japanese Shares Rise on Broad Rebound

In Tokyo,  the Nikkei 225 Index dropped 691 points or 2.21 percent on Thursday. Losses were led by Advantest (-6.62%), Screen Holdings (-5.58%) and Tokyo Electron (-4.91%).

The Nikkei 225 Index Closes 2.21% Lower

The Nikkei 225 Index dropped 1.7% to below 30,800 while the broader Topix Index lost 0.8% to 2,236 on Thursday, snapping a two-day advance and tracking a technology-led selloff on Wall Street overnight amid disappointing earnings reports and a surge in Treasury yields. Investors also cautiously awaited Tokyo inflation data, a leading indicator of nationwide price trends, for fresh clues on the economy.  Technology stocks led the decline, with sharp losses from SoftBank Group (-4%), Tokyo Electron (-4.4%), Advantest (-5.5%), Disco Corp (-4.4%) and Lasertec (-2.6%). Other index heavyweights also tumbled, including Nidec Corp (-2.1%), Toyota Motor (-1.2%), Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (-2.5%), Fast Retailing (-1.9%) and Sony Group (-1.6%).

Japanese Shares Drop on Tech Rout

In Tokyo,  the Nikkei 225 Index gained 160 points or 0.51 percent on Wednesday. Gains were led by Nippon Sheet Glass (4.46%), IHI (4.43%) and Screen Holdings (3.27%). Biggest losers were Mitsubishi Motors (-1.76%), Isuzu Motors (-1.22%) and Recruit Holdings (-0.97%).

The Nikkei 225 Index Closes 0.51% Higher

The Nikkei 225 Index climbed 0.9% to above 31,300 while the broader Topix Index jumped 1.1% to 2,265 on Wednesday, rising for the second straight session and tracking gains on Wall Street overnight on the back of strong corporate earnings reports. Global equities also got a boost from easing Treasury yields, with the benchmark 10-year US yield falling toward a one-week low of 4.8%. Domestically, investors assessed data this week showing Japan’s private sector activity turned contractionary in October due to ongoing weakness in the manufacturing sector. Notable gains were seen from index heavyweights such as Kawasaki Kisen (2.1%), Mitsubishi UFJ (1.4%), Tokyo Electron (1.6%), Toyota Motor (1.6%) and SoftBank Group (1.4%).

The Nikkei 225 Index rose 0.2% to close at 31,062 while the broader Topix Index edged up 0.09% to 2,241 on Tuesday, reversing losses from earlier in the session as lower global bond yields provided a much needed reprieve to equities. The benchmark 10-year US yields pulled back from the 5% level on Monday after Pershing Square’s Bill Ackman revealed he covered his short position on bonds due to growing geopolitical risks. Domestically, investors assessed data showing Japan’s private sector activity turned contractionary in October due to ongoing weakness in the manufacturing sector. Notable gains were seen from index heavyweights such as Fast Retailing (1.7%), SoftBank Group (1.7%) and Sony Group (1%). Meanwhile, Nidec Corp plunged 10.5% after the company slashed its sales forecast for its electric-vehicle traction motors this fiscal year.

Japanese Shares Turn Higher At The Close

The Nikkei 225 Index fell 0.5% to below 30,900 while the broader Topix Index dropped 0.6% to 2,225 on Tuesday, hitting their lowest levels in almost three weeks as investors reacted to data showing Japanese private sector activity turned contractionary in October due to ongoing weakness in the manufacturing sector. Japanese markets also took cues from a mixed session on Wall Street overnight as investors continued to monitor global bond yields and geopolitical developments in the Middle East. Notable losses were seen from index heavyweights such as Kawasaki Kisen (-4.5%), Mitsubishi UFJ (-1.7%), Sumitomo Mitsi (-1.7%), Toyota Motor (-0.6%) and Daiichi Sankyo (-2%). In corporate news, Nidec Corp plunged 8.6% after the company slashed its sales forecast for its electric-vehicle traction motors this fiscal year.

Japanese Shares Drop Amid Weak Data

In Tokyo,  the Nikkei 225 Index fell 254 points or 0.81 percent on Monday. Leading the losses are Pacific Metals (-4.21%), Nippon Sheet Glass (-3.80%) and Mitsui Engineering & Shipbuilding (-3.01%). Top gainers were Daiichi Sankyo (3.91%), Astellas Pharma (3.29%) and Shiseido (3.23%).

The Nikkei 225 Index Closes 0.81% Lower

The Nikkei 225 Index fell 0.5% to around 31,100 while the broader Topix Index lost 0.3% to 2,250 on Monday, hitting their lowest levels in over two weeks as concerns over higher interest rates and an escalating conflict in the Middle East dampened market sentiment globally. Investors also geared up for corporate earnings reports from major US technology companies this week, as well as key US GDP and inflation readings. Domestically, markets await Tokyo’s inflation numbers which is considered a leading indicator of nationwide price trends. Commodity-linked stocks led the decline, with notable losses from Nippon Steel (-1.5%), Kobe Steel (-1.2%), JFE Holdings (-1.7%), Inpex Corp (-1.2%) and Eneos Holdings (-1.9%). Other index heavyweights also tumbled, including Toyota Motor (-0.7%), Fast Retailing (-0.8%) and SoftBank Group (-1.1%).

Japanese Shares Fall on Weak Global Sentiment

In Tokyo,  the Nikkei 225 Index dropped 159 points or 0.50 percent on Friday. Losses were led by Taiyo Yuden (-4.27%), Mitsubishi Chem (-3.19%) and Panasonic (-2.92%). Offsetting the fall, top gainers were Daiichi Sankyo (14.14%), Inpex (2.38%) and Yokohama Rubber (2.23%).

The Nikkei 225 Index Closes 0.50% Lower

The Nikkei 225 Index fell 0.6% to below 31,300 while the broader Topix Index lost 0.7% to 2,248 on Friday, hitting their lowest levels in two weeks and tracking losses on Wall Street overnight, as US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said that inflation remains too high and monetary policy was not yet too tight. Global equities also came under pressure from surging bond yields, with the benchmark 10-year US yield briefly hitting 5% for the first time since 2007. Meanwhile, investors assessed data showing Japan’s headline inflation rate fell to a one-year low of 3% in September, while the core inflation rate slowed to a 13-month low of 2.8% but remained above the central bank’s 2% target for the eighteenth straight month. Notable losses were seen from index heavyweights such as Tokyo Electron (-1.2%), Kawasaki Kisen (-2.8%), Toyota Motor (-1.8%), Fast Retailing (-1.5%) and SoftBank Group (-1.9%).

Japanese Shares Drop on Powell Remarks

In Tokyo,  the Nikkei 225 Index fell 599 points or 1.87 percent on Thursday. Leading the losses are Daiichi Sankyo (-6.75%), Screen Holdings (-5.92%) and Yaskawa Electric (-4.99%).

The Nikkei 225 Index Closes 1.87% Lower

The Nikkei 225 Index plunged 1.4% to around 31,600 while the broader Topix Index tumbled 0.8% to 2,275 on Thursday, hitting their lowest levels in over a week and tracking a sharp selloff on Wall Street overnight as Treasury yields surged to multi-year highs and as an escalating turmoil in the Middle East dampened risk sentiment. Investors also assessed data showing Japan unexpectedly logged a trade surplus in September as exports grew more than anticipated, while imports continued to decline. Technology stocks led the selloff, with sharp losses from Tokyo Electron (-3.9%), Socionext (-5%), Lasertec (-3.8%), Disco Corp (-2.6%) and Advantest (-3.6%). Other index heavyweights also slumped, including Kawasaki Kisen (-1.5%), Mitsubishi Corp (-1.7%), Fast Retailing (-1.7%), Daiichi Sankyo (-3.3%) and Daikin Industries (-1.4%).

Japanese Shares Fall as Wall Street Weighs

The Nikkei 225 Index fell 0.4% to below 32,000 while the broader Topix Index rose 0.1% to 2,294 in mixed trade on Wednesday, with Japanese shares struggling to gain traction as Treasury yields surged on stronger-than-expected US retail sales data which bolstered the higher-for-longer view on interest rates. Investors also cautiously awaited a slew of Chinese economic numbers to gauge the health of Japan’s top trading partner. Notable losses were seen from index heavyweights such as Disco Corp (-1.1%), Kawasaki Kisen (-1%), Advantest (-1.9%), SoftBank Group (-1.2%) and Daiichi Sankyo (-4.2%). Offsetting the losses, gains were seen from Mitsubishi UFJ (1.6%), Sumitomo Mitsui (2.1%), Mizuho Financial (2.3%), Mitsui & Co (1.9%) and Inpex Corp (3.2%).

Japanese Shares Mixed on Wednesday

In Tokyo,  the Nikkei 225 Index gained 360 points or 1.14 percent on Tuesday. Gains were led by Bandai Namco Holdings (4.67%), Terumo (3.55%) and Konami (3.39%).

The Nikkei 225 Index closes 1.14% Higher

The Nikkei 225 Index rallied 1.8% to above 32,200 while the broader Topix Index jumped 1.3% to 2,303 on Tuesday, breaking a two-day decline and taking cues from a strong lead on Wall Street overnight as optimism about corporate earnings outweighed a rise in Treasury yields. Investors also look ahead to Japan’s September inflation report due later in the week, which will come ahead of the central bank’s monetary policy meeting on Oct. 30 and 31. Technology stocks led the charge, with strong gains from Tokyo Electron (2.9%), SoftBank Group (2.2%), Keyence (1.9%), Advantest (2.8%) and Disco Corp (2.8%). Other index heavyweights also advanced, including Toyota Motor (1.6%), Fast Retailing (1%) and Sony Group (2.2%).

Japanese Shares Rise on Wall Street Boost

In Tokyo,  the Nikkei 225 Index fell 689 points or 2.13 percent on Monday. Leading the losses are Keio (-6.01%), Odakyu Electric Railway (-5.11%) and Advantest (-4.90%).

The Nikkei 225 Index dropped 2.13%

The Nikkei 225 Index dropped 1.2% to 32,000 while the broader Topix Index tumbled 1% to 2,285 on Monday, declining for the second straight session as rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and upside risks to inflation weighed on market sentiment. Investors also look ahead to Japan’s September inflation report due later in the week, which will come ahead of the central bank’s monetary policy meeting on Oct. 30 and 31. Technology stocks led the decline, with sharp losses from Tokyo Electron (-3.7%), SoftBank Group (-2.5%), Disco Corp (-3.5%), Advantest (-4.3%) and Keyence (-1.6%). Other index heavyweights also slumped, including Fast Retailing (-0.8%), Toyota Motor (-1.4%), Daikin Industries (-1.2%), Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (-2%) and Sony Group (-1.6%).

Japanese Shares Drop for Second Session

In Tokyo,  the Nikkei 225 Index dropped 204 points or 0.63 percent on Friday. Losses were led by Sumitomo Dainippon (-5.68%), Rakuten (-4.37%) and Seven & I Holdings (-4.27%). Offsetting the fall, top gainers were Fast Retailing (5.99%), Inpex (0.70%) and Screen Holdings (0.50%).

The Nikkei 225 Index fell 0.63%

The Nikkei 225 Index fell 0.4% to below 32,400 while the broader Topix INdex dropped 0.9% to 2,321 on Friday, snapping a winning streak and tracking losses on Wall Street overnight as hotter-than-expected US consumer inflation data reinforced the view that interest rates will remain elevated for an extended period. Investors also braced for inflation and trade figures in China to gauge the economic health of a major trading partner for Japan. Notable losses were seen from index heavyweights such as Toyota Motor (-1.1%), Disco Corp (-2.4%), Nintendo (-2.7%), Daikin Industries (-2%) and Honda Motor (-1.4%). Meanwhile, Fast Retailing jumped 5.3% after forecasting an 18% growth in annual profit.

Japanese Shares Fall on Hot US CPI

In Tokyo the Nikkei 225 Index went up by 545 points or 1.71 percent on Thursday. The rise was driven by Amada Holdings (6.71%), Yaskawa Electric (6.17%) and Idemitsu Kosan (5.93%).

The Nikkei 225 Index increased 1.71%

The Nikkei 225 Index jumped 1.1% to above 32,200 while the broader Topix Index gained 0.8% to 2,325 on Thursday, hitting their highest levels in nearly two weeks and taking cues from a positive lead on Wall Street overnight as minutes of the Federal Reserve’s last meeting bolstered bets that it will hold interest rates steady next month. Domestically, investors assessed data showing machinery orders in Japan, a leading indicator of capital spending in the coming six to nine months, fell 0.5% month-on-month in August, missing market expectations for a 0.4% gain. Technology stocks led the charge, with strong gains from Tokyo Electron (2.6%), Advantest (3.1%) and Disco Corp (3.5%). Other index heavyweights also advanced, including Mitsubishi UFJ (1.3%), Sony Group (2.1%) and Toyota Motor (1.2%).

In Tokyo the Nikkei 225 Index went up by 220 points or 0.69 percent on Wednesday. The rise was driven by Tokyo Electric Power (3.31%), Advantest (2.65%) and Softbank (2.48%). Biggest losses came from Kawasaki Kisen (-6.12%), Mitsui Engineering & Shipbuilding (-3.08%) and NTT DATA (-2.98%).

The Nikkei 225 Index increased 0.69%

The Nikkei 225 Index rose 0.5% to above 31,900  while the broader Topix Index added 0.1% to 2,314 on Wednesday, extending gains from the previous session and tracking Wall Street higher as dovish messaging from US Federal Reserve officials bolstered bets that the central bank is done hiking interest rates. A decline in the dollar and Treasury yields also aided sentiment and gave equities a much needed boost. Domestically, investors assessed data showing sentiment among Japanese manufacturers was subdued in October as downside risks from the global economy sapped confidence in Japan’s trade-reliant industries. Technology stocks led the advance, with strong gains from Advantest (3.8%), Tokyo Electron (1.9%), SoftBank Group (2.4%), Lasertec (5.4%) and Disco Corp (2.1%).

Japanese Shares Gain on Dovish Fed View

In Tokyo the Nikkei 225 Index gained 767 points or 2.48 percent on Tuesday. Gains were led by Inpex (8.45%), Sojitz (8.05%) and JGC (7.02%).

The Nikkei 225 Index went up by 2.48%

The Nikkei 225 Index jumped 2.2% to above 31,600 while the broader Topix Index climbed 1.9% to 2,307 in post-holiday trade on Tuesday, recouping some losses from last week and tracking gains on Wall Street overnight as investors shrugged off concerns about the impact and risks of the Israel-Hamas war. Growing expectations that the US Federal Reserve will not raise interest rates in November also lifted sentiment, with Fed Vice Chair Philip Jefferson saying officials need to “proceed carefully” to balance the risk of tightening too much. Domestically, investors assessed data showing Japan’s current account surplus missed forecasts in August. Nearly all sectors advanced, with strong gains from index heavyweights such as Kawasaki Kisen (5.2%), Mitsubishi UFJ (1.7%), Toyota Motor (2.2%), Inpex Corp (9.6%), Tokyo Electron (3%) and SoftBank Group (2.8%).

The Nikkei 225 Index shed 0.05% to around 31,060 while the broader Topix Index lost 0.1% to 2,260 on Friday, giving back gains from the previous session and taking cues from a weak lead on Wall Street as investors braced for a key US monthly jobs report that could influence the Federal Reserve’s next policy steps. The benchmark indexes are also on track to decline for the third straight week, with the Nikkei and Topix both down about 2.5% so far in the period. Notable losses were seen from index heavyweights such as Mitsubishi UFJ (-1.1%), Tokyo Electron (-1.1%), Toyota Motor (-0.3%), SoftBank Group (-0.4%) and Inpex Corp (-1.6%). Offsetting the losses, strong gains were seen from Kawasaki Kisen (2.6%), Disco Corp (1.2%) and Japan Tobacco (2%).

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