With limited participants, export stocks are leading the market.

The Nikkei average continued to rise significantly, closing at 39,568.06 yen, up 437.63 yen (with an estimated Volume of 1.9 billion 60 million shares). With European and American markets closed, market participants were limited and the day started slightly lower. However, as the yen temporarily weakened to around 157 yen per dollar, export stocks such as Automobiles were actively bought, and the Nikkei average even extended its gains to 39,592.28 yen towards the end of the afternoon session. Additionally, as the final trading day for year-end settlements approached, individual tax-saving sell-offs also peaked.

Fisco Japan02:36 ET

The Nikkei average is up 415 points, with interest in U.S. economic Indicators ETC.

The Nikkei average is up 415 yen (as of 14:50). In terms of contribution to the Nikkei average, SoftBank G <9984>, Fast Retailing <9983>, and Toyota <7203> are among the top positive contributors, while Daiichi Sankyo <4568>, Chugai Pharmaceutical <4519>, and Nitori HD <9843> are among the top negative contributors. In the Sector, Transportation Equipment, Nonferrous Metals, Wholesale Trade, Iron & Steel, and Machinery are among the top gainers, while Pharmaceuticals are declining. The Nikkei average is fluctuating in a high price range.

Fisco Japan00:52 ET

As soon as the news of Japan easing tourist visas for people from China was released, local retail travel stocks surged immediately.

① The Japanese Foreign Minister, Toshimitsu Motegi, announced the relaxation of visa requirements for Chinese tourists to Japan, expected to be implemented in spring 2025. ② After the announcement, retail and tourism-related stocks in Japan rose, with J. Front Retailing Co. soaring by 8.38%, while Isetan Mitsukoshi Holdings and Takashimaya increased by 6.98% and 3.69%, respectively.

cls.cn00:37 ET

The Nikkei average rose by 392 points, with voices stating that there are "no sales in the quiet market."

As of 1:50 PM, the Nikkei average is up by 392 yen. In terms of contributions to the Nikkei average, First Retailing <9983>, SoftBank Group <9984>, and Toyota <7203> are among the top positive contributors, while Daiichi Sankyo <4568>, Olympus <7733>, and Nitori HD <9843> are among the top negative contributors. In the Sector, Transportation Equipment, Nonferrous Metals, Wholesale Trade, Iron & Steel, and Insurance are among the top gainers, while Air Transportation and Pharmaceutical are declining. The Nikkei average is up.

Fisco Japan23:53 ET

Announcement of the change in disclosure time for the Q1 financial results for the period ending August 2025.

Last updated: 2024.12.26 Announcement of the change in the disclosure time for the first quarter financial results for the fiscal year ending August 2025. Fast Retailing Co., Ltd. The disclosure time for the first quarter financial results for the fiscal year ending August 2025 has been changed from after 15:00 to after 15:30. This change is due to the extension of trading hours at the Tokyo Exchange.

FAST RETAILINGDec 25 10:00 ET

Despite the absence of Overseas investors, a solid development is underway.

The Nikkei Average rebounded, finishing at 39,130.43 yen, up by 93.58 yen (with an estimated Volume of 1.7 billion 60 million shares). Buoyed by the previous day's rise in U.S. tech stocks, buying began early, pushing the Nikkei Average up to 39,180.59 yen shortly after the open. However, with European and American investors entering the Christmas holiday, market participation was low, leading to a shift to a negative trend due to position adjustments, with the index dropping to 38,927.16 yen during the middle of the morning session. The afternoon session saw a market environment characterized by strong stagnation.

Fisco JapanDec 25 02:18 ET