Japan’s stock market saw modest gains on Wednesday, driven by strength in the Shipbuilding, Textile, and Marine Transport sectors. The Nikkei 225 edged up by 0.16%, reflecting a cautiously optimistic sentiment among investors.
Fujikura Ltd. stood out as the top performer, surging 7.42% to close at 6,239.00. Yokogawa Electric Corp. followed closely, gaining 6.69%, while IHI Corp. rose 6.09% to hit a five-year high of 11,145.00. Meanwhile, Konami Corp. led the laggards, dropping 3.37%, with Olympus Corp. and Keio Corp. also posting losses.
Market breadth leaned positive, with 2,162 stocks advancing versus 1,395 declining on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. Volatility eased, as the Nikkei Volatility Index declined by 7.47% to 25.28, suggesting a more stable outlook.
In commodities, crude oil prices dipped slightly, with Brent oil for May delivery inching down to $71.02 per barrel, while gold futures climbed 0.28% to $2,928.89 per troy ounce.
Japan’s stock market continues to navigate global uncertainties, with key industrial sectors driving momentum. Investors remain watchful of economic trends shaping the path ahead.
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