Japanese stocks surge, Nikkei 225 hits 40,800 mark

Edited by: Olga Sukhina

On June 30, 2025, the Japanese stock market saw a significant rise, with the Nikkei 225 Index exceeding 40,800. This positive trend reflects gains across various sectors, impacting global market sentiment. (Source: Original Text)

The Nikkei 225 Index reached 40,817.44, a 1.66% increase, or 666.65 points. Technology and export-oriented companies like Advantest and Tokyo Electron saw gains of 3.5%. (Source: Original Text)

In May 2025, Japan's industrial production rose by 0.5% month-over-month, but declined by 1.8% year-over-year. The U.S. dollar traded in the mid-144 yen range, indicating a stable exchange rate. (Source: Original Text)

Global markets also showed positive movement. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose by 1.0%, the Nasdaq climbed by 0.5%, and the S&P 500 increased by 0.5% on June 27, 2025. European markets also saw gains. (Source: Original Text)

The Japanese market's performance is supported by global economic conditions and strong corporate earnings. Despite challenges in the manufacturing sector, the overall outlook remains positive. (Source: Original Text)

Sources

  • FinanzNachrichten.de

  • Reuters - Japan April factory output falls 0.9% month-on-month

  • Reuters - Japan's Nikkei seen rising about 5% by year-end, shaking off Trump tariff impact

  • Reuters - Japan factory declines slow in May but tariff worries persist, PMI shows

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