The Nikkei Average is 237 yen higher (as of 13:50). In terms of the Nikkei average contribution, First Rate ＜9983＞, Advantest ＜6857＞, East Elec ＜8035＞, etc. are top positive contributors, while SoftBank G ＜9984＞, KDDI ＜9433＞, Shin-Etsu ＜4063＞, etc. are top negative contributors. In the sector, banking, retail, insurance, non-ferrous metals, and shipping industries are at the top of the price increase rate, while real estate, construction, rubber products, land transportation, and foodstuffs are at the top of the price drop rate.
The Nikkei Average has remained steady in the high price range. The fact that Dow Jones Industrial Average futures have remained steady due to overtime trading seems to be a sense of security in the Tokyo market. Meanwhile, amid concerns about geopolitical risks in the Middle East, the Tokyo market will have 3 consecutive holidays starting tomorrow, so there is also a cautious trend in chasing higher prices.
