Japan's Nikkei 225 fell nearly 2% on Thursday as a global technology selloff weighed on heavyweight semic ...More

Japan's Nikkei 225 fell nearly 2% on Thursday as a global technology selloff weighed on heavyweight semiconductor stocks, overshadowing gains across much of the broader market. While weakness in AI-linked shares dragged the benchmark lower, lower crude oil prices and strength in non-technology sectors helped limit losses in the broader Topix index. ...Less

Japan’s Nikkei traded largely sideways as investors awaited US CPI data for clues on the Federal Reserve’ ...More

Japan’s Nikkei traded largely sideways as investors awaited US CPI data for clues on the Federal Reserve’s interest-rate outlook, while Middle East tensions and concerns over shipping disruptions kept risk appetite in check. ...Less

Japanese stocks tumbled as a sharp rally in the yen weighed on export-oriented companies, with the Nikkei ...More

Japanese stocks tumbled as a sharp rally in the yen weighed on export-oriented companies, with the Nikkei falling over 2%. Auto and chip stocks led the declines, although SoftBank, Lasertec and Kioxia outperformed. Investors are now watching for further currency intervention and its impact on corporate earnings and market sentiment. ...Less

Asia’s major multi-strategy funds suffered sharp July losses as an AI-linked stock selloff across Japan, ...More

Asia’s major multi-strategy funds suffered sharp July losses as an AI-linked stock selloff across Japan, South Korea and China erased much of their 2026 gains. Concerns over AI spending and Middle East tensions hit semiconductor stocks, with some funds losing 3%-9%, while Goldman Sachs estimated a record 15.2% monthly decline for Asia’s primary stock-picking hedge funds. ...Less

Japan's Nikkei share average closed higher on Monday, boosted by lower oil prices. Investors remained cau ...More

Japan's Nikkei share average closed higher on Monday, boosted by lower oil prices. Investors remained cautious due to upcoming major earnings reports from U.S. cloud companies. Reduced concerns over crude prices supported Japanese shares, while buybacks were also anticipated. Major U.S. and Japanese companies will release their earnings this week. Chip-testing equipment maker Advantest and memory chipmaker Kioxia are among those reporting. ...Less

Japan's Nikkei share average saw little direction on Monday. Oil prices dropped significantly after the U ...More

Japan's Nikkei share average saw little direction on Monday. Oil prices dropped significantly after the US suspended attacks on Iran. Investors avoided aggressive bets ahead of key corporate earnings reports this week. Major US cloud companies' earnings will be closely watched for capital spending plans. Japanese chipmakers Advantest and Kioxia are also set to report earnings soon. ...Less

Major Asian multi-strategy hedge funds suffered sharp losses in July 2026 as an artificial intelligence a ...More

Major Asian multi-strategy hedge funds suffered sharp losses in July 2026 as an artificial intelligence and tech stock selloff erased early-year gains. Declines across Japan, South Korea, and China tech shares dragged platform funds lower, though diversification helped them outperform pure stock-picking peers during the market rout. ...Less

Japan's Nikkei share average advanced on Tuesday after a significant weekly decline. Markets reopened and ...More

Japan's Nikkei share average advanced on Tuesday after a significant weekly decline. Markets reopened and investors bought bargains following last week's sharp selloff. The benchmark Nikkei 225 recovered some of its previous losses. Investor attention now turns to upcoming second-quarter earnings from major tech companies. This rebound follows a broader market trend influenced by global events. ...Less

South Korea's Kospi index saw a significant jump, mirroring Wall Street's positive performance. AI-relate ...More

South Korea's Kospi index saw a significant jump, mirroring Wall Street's positive performance. AI-related stocks experienced a strong rebound after recent declines earlier in the week. Japanese markets also climbed, with technology and investment firms showing gains. Oil prices increased due to ongoing tensions and a closed key shipping route. Major US indices closed higher on Thursday, indicating a positive market sentiment. ...Less

Japan's Nikkei index tumbled over 4% on Tuesday to a two-month low, led by a deep selloff in semiconducto ...More

Japan's Nikkei index tumbled over 4% on Tuesday to a two-month low, led by a deep selloff in semiconductor and AI-related stocks following losses on Wall Street. Major chipmakers including Kioxia, Tokyo Electron, and Advantest saw sharp declines as cautious investors reassessed valuations ahead of major technology earnings. ...Less

Japan's Nikkei share average advanced on Tuesday, recovering from last week's steep slide. Investors boug ...More

Japan's Nikkei share average advanced on Tuesday, recovering from last week's steep slide. Investors bought beaten-down stocks after a market holiday, boosting the index. Global sentiment remained cautious due to rising oil prices and inflation concerns. Focus now shifts to upcoming second-quarter earnings from major U.S. technology firms. Analysts noted the gains reflected a technical rebound ahead of key corporate results. ...Less

Japan's Nikkei share average rallied on Tuesday, reversing an earlier slide. Bargain-buying and a recover ...More

Japan's Nikkei share average rallied on Tuesday, reversing an earlier slide. Bargain-buying and a recovery in South Korea's Kospi supported the market's upward movement. Higher oil prices and central bank policy remained key concerns for investors globally. Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group reached an all-time high, boosting the banking sector. Shiseido and Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha were among the top gainers on the exchange. ...Less

Equity markets faced pressure as Nifty declined, while broader markets showed gains. Analysts expect side ...More

Equity markets faced pressure as Nifty declined, while broader markets showed gains. Analysts expect sideways to mixed trading due to geopolitical tensions and oil prices. The Indian rupee weakened to its lowest level in two months on Monday. India VIX, a fear index, saw a slight decrease settling at 12.98. Stock-specific action is anticipated as the Q1 earnings season progresses. ...Less

Japan's Nikkei share average finished close to a three percent decline on Thursday, influenced by a sell- ...More

Japan's Nikkei share average finished close to a three percent decline on Thursday, influenced by a sell-off in chip-related stocks and escalating hostilities in the Middle East that dampened risk appetite. Despite Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing reporting record earnings, investor caution prevailed amid renewed tensions between the U.S. and Iran. Conversely, Nichirei shares soared after resuming operations that had been interrupted by cyberattacks. ...Less

Asian stocks advanced, recovering from recent losses as chip shares stabilized. Megacap technology earnin ...More

Asian stocks advanced, recovering from recent losses as chip shares stabilized. Megacap technology earnings are anticipated this week, influencing market direction. Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and trade concerns are creating investor caution. Elevated oil prices and escalating regional conflicts add to market uncertainty. Investors await corporate results and de-escalation for market rebounds. ...Less

Asian markets showed hesitation as oil prices climbed due to escalating Gulf conflict. This surge revived ...More

Asian markets showed hesitation as oil prices climbed due to escalating Gulf conflict. This surge revived inflation worries, influencing Federal Reserve rate hike expectations. Major tech earnings this week will test investor confidence in artificial intelligence stocks. South Korea's market experienced significant losses after retail investors were squeezed out. The European Central Bank is expected to hold rates steady at its upcoming meeting. ...Less

Japan's Nikkei share average closed lower as oil prices rose due to renewed Middle East conflict. Investo ...More

Japan's Nikkei share average closed lower as oil prices rose due to renewed Middle East conflict. Investors weighed the corporate outlook amid increasing costs and the start of earnings season. Chip-related stocks dragged the Nikkei lower, influenced by South Korea's benchmark index. Memory maker Kioxia tanked significantly after a high-profile U.S. listing. Bank shares rose, shifting focus to value stocks and capping the Topix's decline. ...Less

Domestic equities closed lower on Tuesday, with the Nifty declining 0.7 percent. Rising crude oil prices ...More

Domestic equities closed lower on Tuesday, with the Nifty declining 0.7 percent. Rising crude oil prices and fresh foreign investor outflows weighed on sentiment. Global markets also showed weakness, adding to market volatility during the derivatives expiry. Analysts anticipate sideways trading with some volatility due to geopolitical tensions. Investors will monitor key global macro data and earnings for stock-specific action. ...Less

Japanese stocks saw a positive start to the week, with the Topix index extending its winning streak to si ...More

Japanese stocks saw a positive start to the week, with the Topix index extending its winning streak to six sessions, buoyed by falling oil prices and a strong global market. While the tech-heavy Nikkei 225 remained flat, sectors like shipping and autos surged. Investors are closely watching central bank policies and currency movements, with the yen weakening and government bonds experiencing a sharp decline. ...Less

Japan's Nikkei share average rebounded on Thursday after a three-day losing streak. AI-related shares tra ...More

Japan's Nikkei share average rebounded on Thursday after a three-day losing streak. AI-related shares tracked gains in the U.S. technology sector, boosting the index. Higher oil prices, however, kept investor optimism in check following renewed U.S.-Iran hostilities. The Nikkei 225 index climbed 1.4% to close at 67,743.85 points. Market breadth was negative as gains were skewed by heavily weighted stocks. ...Less

Indian equity markets are expected to sustain their gradual upmove. Supportive domestic fundamentals and ...More

Indian equity markets are expected to sustain their gradual upmove. Supportive domestic fundamentals and improving global cues are driving this positive outlook. The market will likely react to reports of Hormuz closure by Iran. Foreign and domestic institutional investors showed net buying activity on Friday. The Indian rupee ended nearly flat but declined from the previous week. ...Less

Indian markets showed resilience on Monday despite global challenges. Domestic fundamentals provided cont ...More

Indian markets showed resilience on Monday despite global challenges. Domestic fundamentals provided continued support for equities, which are expected to rise. The Q1FY27 earnings season will likely be a key catalyst for market action. Foreign portfolio investors were net sellers, while domestic institutional investors bought shares. The Indian rupee depreciated against the US dollar on Monday. ...Less

Valuation expert Aswath Damodaran argues that country risk is no longer limited to emerging markets as gl ...More

Valuation expert Aswath Damodaran argues that country risk is no longer limited to emerging markets as global companies face political, legal and economic shocks across borders. From US sovereign debt concerns to overseas revenue exposure, investors must factor country-specific risks into valuations regardless of where companies are listed. ...Less

Japanese stocks experienced an optimistic week with the Nikkei 225 showing an upward trend on Friday, dri ...More

Japanese stocks experienced an optimistic week with the Nikkei 225 showing an upward trend on Friday, driven by eased expectations regarding US rate hikes and encouraging local economic indicators. The market reacted positively to a weaker US jobs report, changing investor sentiment. With rising services activity in Japan, the Topix also notched its fifth day of gains, with Rohm and Sumco standing out as key performers. ...Less

Japan's Nikkei share average closed two percent lower on Tuesday. Semiconductor heavyweights fell signifi ...More

Japan's Nikkei share average closed two percent lower on Tuesday. Semiconductor heavyweights fell significantly after South Korea's Samsung Electronics tumbled. The broader Topix index also ended lower while value stocks saw buying interest. Investors booked profits in AI stocks and purchased undervalued companies. Japanese banking shares and Toyota Motor experienced gains during the session. ...Less

Indian benchmark indices saw volatile trading influenced by the weekly Sensex expiry. Nifty formed an inv ...More

Indian benchmark indices saw volatile trading influenced by the weekly Sensex expiry. Nifty formed an inverted hammer candle, signaling consolidation within the previous session's range. Analysts suggest Nifty holding above 23,800 will lead to consolidation between 23,800 and 24,350. Foreign portfolio investors net sold shares worth Rs 533 crore on Thursday. Domestic institutional investors, however, were net buyers, adding Rs 2,058 crore. ...Less

Japan's Nikkei share average surged on Tuesday, driven by a strong rebound in technology stocks. The benc ...More

Japan's Nikkei share average surged on Tuesday, driven by a strong rebound in technology stocks. The benchmark index closed at 70,062.32, marking its sharpest quarterly gain in decades. Despite mixed market breadth, semiconductor and AI-related shares led the advance. This positive movement mirrored overnight rallies in U.S. markets, fueled by easing geopolitical tensions and renewed tech sector optimism. ...Less

Global markets show mixed early trading as oil prices rise modestly. Fresh attacks between Iran and the U ...More

Global markets show mixed early trading as oil prices rise modestly. Fresh attacks between Iran and the United States threaten a fragile regional truce. PepsiCo shares declined after reporting stronger revenue but weaker North American demand. European and Asian markets experienced varied movements throughout the trading day. Upcoming economic reports will provide further insights into the current financial landscape. ...Less

Foreign investors recorded their biggest weekly selloff in Japanese stocks since March, offloading ¥1.82 ...More

Foreign investors recorded their biggest weekly selloff in Japanese stocks since March, offloading ¥1.82 trillion worth of shares amid profit-taking in technology stocks and rising concerns over AI valuations. While domestic retail investors stepped in with record purchases, the Nikkei retreated as the once-red-hot AI-driven rally began losing momentum. ...Less

Japan's Nikkei index marked a triumphant third day of gains, fueled by the surge in AI-related shares. Ne ...More

Japan's Nikkei index marked a triumphant third day of gains, fueled by the surge in AI-related shares. Nevertheless, the progress in US-Iran discussions and ongoing market fluctuations dampened this rally. Companies like Sumco and Taiyo Yuden experienced substantial rises, hitting remarkable new peaks. While manufacturers are feeling more optimistic, challenges like escalating costs and supply chain disruptions remain worrisome. ...Less

Seoul stocks led Asian market losses as Samsung's shares tumbled significantly. Investors remained cautio ...More

Seoul stocks led Asian market losses as Samsung's shares tumbled significantly. Investors remained cautious despite strong earnings and AI-driven demand for memory chips. Wall Street indexes reopened with gains, easing worries over a tech sector retreat. Oil prices climbed over one percent after an incident off Oman's coast. Traders await Federal Reserve minutes for monetary policy clues. ...Less

Asian markets saw gains as Wall Street futures rose, buoyed by hopes of strong earnings and easing oil pr ...More

Asian markets saw gains as Wall Street futures rose, buoyed by hopes of strong earnings and easing oil prices. Reduced inflation fears have lessened the likelihood of a near-term Federal Reserve rate hike, allowing investors to anticipate a tech profit boom driven by AI. Samsung Electronics is expected to report a significant profit jump, highlighting the strong performance of chipmakers amidst high demand and tight supply. ...Less

Indian markets ended Friday on a high, with the Nifty gaining 0.4% and securing a 0.9% weekly rise. Posit ...More

Indian markets ended Friday on a high, with the Nifty gaining 0.4% and securing a 0.9% weekly rise. Positive sentiment stemmed from weaker US labor data, bolstering hopes for stable interest rates. Analysts anticipate a continued upward trend for Indian equities, buoyed by global factors and easing US rate concerns. Stock-specific movements are expected from June-quarter updates, while monsoon progress remains a key focus. ...Less

Asian and European stock markets surged Friday, buoyed by a rebound in tech shares and diminished expecta ...More

Asian and European stock markets surged Friday, buoyed by a rebound in tech shares and diminished expectations of imminent US interest rate hikes. A weaker-than-anticipated US jobs report eased concerns about aggressive Fed tightening, prompting a recovery in the yen and boosting global investor sentiment. This shift provided a welcome respite for markets, particularly in Europe, which benefited from lower borrowing cost outlooks. ...Less

Japan's Nikkei index has soared past 72,000 for the first time, fueled by AI investment enthusiasm and po ...More

Japan's Nikkei index has soared past 72,000 for the first time, fueled by AI investment enthusiasm and positive U.S.-Iran peace talks. The benchmark Nikkei 225 closed up 1.55%, reaching a record intraday peak. Government plans for substantial investment in AI and chips by 2040 are also boosting confidence, though some analysts warn of a potential market overheating. Notable gainers included J. ...Less

The Nikkei index in Japan fell for a consecutive second day amid worries about potential interest rate in ...More

The Nikkei index in Japan fell for a consecutive second day amid worries about potential interest rate increases by the US Federal Reserve and uncertainties in AI sector valuations. The Nikkei 225 benchmark pulled back from its recent peak, reflecting declines in US stocks, notably in the semiconductor field. While chip and insurance sectors struggled, retail stocks managed to rise. ...Less

Japan's Nikkei index soared past 72,000 for the first time, fueled by enthusiastic AI investments that ov ...More

Japan's Nikkei index soared past 72,000 for the first time, fueled by enthusiastic AI investments that overshadowed concerns about US-Iran peace talks. The government's ambitious plan to invest heavily in strategic sectors like AI and chips by 2040 further boosted market sentiment. Nonferrous metals and electric appliances were top performers, while J.Front Retailing surged on activist investor interest. ...Less

Japan's Nikkei index tumbled to a one-week low after a streak of all-time high gains, as investors decide ...More

Japan's Nikkei index tumbled to a one-week low after a streak of all-time high gains, as investors decided to cash in on profits. The pullback was broad-based, primarily driven by declining AI and semiconductor stocks that had previously led the surge. Analysts warn the market was overheating, hinting at an inevitable correction, although some defensive stocks managed to perform well during this downturn. ...Less

Japan's Nikkei share index soared to a historic 71,000 level on Thursday. This surge followed a ceasefire ...More

Japan's Nikkei share index soared to a historic 71,000 level on Thursday. This surge followed a ceasefire agreement between the U.S. and Iran. The U.S. Federal Reserve's stance also influenced markets. Chip-related and financial stocks led the gains. Marine transportation stocks saw a decline. The Nikkei 225 index reached an intraday high of 71,293.64. ...Less

GIFT Nifty signals a weak start for Indian markets after a sharp global sell-off led by declines in AI an ...More

GIFT Nifty signals a weak start for Indian markets after a sharp global sell-off led by declines in AI and semiconductor stocks across Asia. Profit booking, weak tech sentiment and mixed Wall Street cues weighed on markets, even as analysts maintain a positive near-term outlook for Nifty above key support levels. ...Less

Japan's Nikkei stock index reached an all-time high today. This surge followed the Bank of Japan's widely ...More

Japan's Nikkei stock index reached an all-time high today. This surge followed the Bank of Japan's widely anticipated interest rate hike. The central bank's decision did not signal immediate further tightening. The yen saw a slight strengthening against the dollar. Japanese government bonds experienced a dip. Advantest and Fujikura were among the top performers. ...Less

Japan's Nikkei index surged past 70,000 for the first time as the Bank of Japan raised its short-term pol ...More

Japan's Nikkei index surged past 70,000 for the first time as the Bank of Japan raised its short-term policy rate to 1%, the highest in 31 years. The central bank's gradual tightening, coupled with diminished Middle East conflict risks, supported equities. Simultaneously, an Iran-US peace deal boosted sentiment, leading to gains in India's Sensex and Nifty. ...Less

In bagging the top job at WhatsApp, Cred’s Kunal Shah has done what no Indian entrepreneur could do. This ...More

In bagging the top job at WhatsApp, Cred’s Kunal Shah has done what no Indian entrepreneur could do. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5. ...Less

Two Asian markets are heavily reliant on AI chipmakers, with TSMC, Samsung, and SK Hynix dominating emerg ...More

Two Asian markets are heavily reliant on AI chipmakers, with TSMC, Samsung, and SK Hynix dominating emerging market indices. This concentration poses significant risk. In contrast, India's market offers diversification across sectors like BFSI, consumption, and infrastructure, presenting a potentially more resilient investment opportunity. Experts highlight India's growing AI infrastructure play, including data centers and power, as a key advantage. ...Less

Japan's Nikkei share average fell 1.89% on Wednesday, with technology and AI-related stocks leading the d ...More

Japan's Nikkei share average fell 1.89% on Wednesday, with technology and AI-related stocks leading the decline. Renewed Middle East tensions and rising domestic interest rates prompted investors to shift focus to relative valuations. Wholesale inflation quickened to its fastest pace in three years, adding to market concerns. ...Less

Japan's Nikkei share average experienced its biggest drop in three months. The yen also weakened signific ...More

Japan's Nikkei share average experienced its biggest drop in three months. The yen also weakened significantly against the dollar. Concerns over technology stock valuations and escalating Middle East hostilities impacted the market. This led to a sharp decline in Japanese equities. Investors are closely watching geopolitical developments and their economic consequences. ...Less

Asian stocks saw a modest rise, following a rally on news of a peace deal between Iran and the U.S. Inves ...More

Asian stocks saw a modest rise, following a rally on news of a peace deal between Iran and the U.S. Investors are now focused on central bank decisions, including an anticipated rate hike from the Bank of Japan. Oil prices remained cautious, reflecting ongoing concerns about transit through the Strait of Hormuz. ...Less

Japan's Nikkei index saw a dip on Friday, pulling back from its record high. Technology stocks experience ...More

Japan's Nikkei index saw a dip on Friday, pulling back from its record high. Technology stocks experienced a slowdown. However, positive data on real wage growth in Japan offered some support to the broader market. This wage increase is expected to boost consumption and corporate performance, contributing to the overall resilience of Japanese equities. ...Less

Asia-focused hedge funds delivered outsized returns in 2026 by riding the artificial intelligence boom ac ...More

Asia-focused hedge funds delivered outsized returns in 2026 by riding the artificial intelligence boom across semiconductors and related technologies. Strong demand for AI infrastructure, coupled with supply constraints, lifted regional markets and helped fund managers uncover opportunities across Asia’s expanding technology ecosystem. ...Less

Indian benchmark indices rebounded sharply on Friday, with the Sensex and Nifty rising nearly 2%, driven ...More

Indian benchmark indices rebounded sharply on Friday, with the Sensex and Nifty rising nearly 2%, driven by hopes of a US-Iran peace deal, cooling crude oil prices, and stronger global sentiment. The rally added around Rs 10 lakh crore to investors' wealth, taking the total market capitalisation of BSE-listed firms to Rs 462 lakh crore. ...Less

Japan's Nikkei jumped 1.3%, while MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan gained 0.6%. ...More

Japan's Nikkei jumped 1.3%, while MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan gained 0.6%. ...Less

Japan's economy contracted at a dismal 7.1% annual rate during the October-December period, worse than th ...More

Japan's economy contracted at a dismal 7.1% annual rate during the October-December period, worse than the initial estimate, raising fears the world's third largest economy could be headed to a recession. ...Less

The median forecast for the Nikkei's level in mid-2024 was 35,000, with responses ranging from 31,143 to ...More

The median forecast for the Nikkei's level in mid-2024 was 35,000, with responses ranging from 31,143 to 39,500, the Reuters poll of 10 stocks strategists taken Nov. 10-20 showed. ...Less

Japan's Nikkei share average surged past 67,000 for the first time, driven by AI-related stocks. SoftBank ...More

Japan's Nikkei share average surged past 67,000 for the first time, driven by AI-related stocks. SoftBank Group became the country's most valuable company, overtaking Toyota, after pledging significant AI infrastructure investment in France. Despite broader market weakness, tech shares propelled the index to new heights. ...Less

Japan's Nikkei share average surged to a record high, driven by optimism for a Middle East peace deal and ...More

Japan's Nikkei share average surged to a record high, driven by optimism for a Middle East peace deal and strong AI stock performance following Dell Technologies' positive earnings. The broader Topix also reached an all-time closing high. This market rally was fueled by renewed hopes for de-escalation in the Middle East and robust demand for AI-optimized servers. ...Less

Japan's Nikkei index reached a historic 67,000 mark. AI stocks powered this surge, with SoftBank Group be ...More

Japan's Nikkei index reached a historic 67,000 mark. AI stocks powered this surge, with SoftBank Group becoming the nation's most valuable company. SoftBank's significant jump contributed heavily to the Nikkei's rise. This rally highlights strong earnings in the AI sector. Meanwhile, broader market sentiment faced headwinds from Middle East uncertainties. ...Less

Most global indices fell during the week, but Argentina’s MerVal and Japan's Nikkei 225 rose smartly. ...More

Most global indices fell during the week, but Argentina’s MerVal and Japan's Nikkei 225 rose smartly. ...Less

Chip-related stocks were under pressure after the Philadelphia SE Semiconductor Index dropped 1 per cent ...More

Chip-related stocks were under pressure after the Philadelphia SE Semiconductor Index dropped 1 per cent overnight. ...Less

Japan's Nikkei share average reached a historic milestone, surpassing 65,000 for the first time. Optimism ...More

Japan's Nikkei share average reached a historic milestone, surpassing 65,000 for the first time. Optimism surrounding a potential peace deal in Iran fueled demand for risk assets. This surge reflects improved market sentiment. Shares related to the AI sector saw significant gains. The broader Topix also climbed. This development marks a significant moment for the Japanese stock market. ...Less

The Topix and Nikkei 225 Stock Average fell about 5%, with the former set for a three-day decline that wo ...More

The Topix and Nikkei 225 Stock Average fell about 5%, with the former set for a three-day decline that would be the worst since the 2011 Fukushima nuclear meltdown and put them near bear markets. A circuit breaker halted trading of Topix futures for about 10 minutes. ...Less

Japan's Nikkei 225 rose 2.3%, reaching close to pre-plunge levels after its worst fall since 1987. Tech f ...More

Japan's Nikkei 225 rose 2.3%, reaching close to pre-plunge levels after its worst fall since 1987. Tech firms and exporters gained due to a weaker yen. Rakuten showed growth because of progress in its mobile segment. Investor focus has shifted towards corporate profitability amidst attractive stock valuations. ...Less

The benchmark Nikkei share average closed 1.78% higher at 25,349.60, marking its highest closing level si ...More

The benchmark Nikkei share average closed 1.78% higher at 25,349.60, marking its highest closing level since June 1991. ...Less

The benchmark Nikkei 225 index eased 0.05 percent, or 15.78 points, to 28,782.59, while the broader Topix ...More

The benchmark Nikkei 225 index eased 0.05 percent, or 15.78 points, to 28,782.59, while the broader Topix index slipped 0.13 percent, or 2.65 points, to 1,986.78. ...Less

The European Central Bank is poised to raise interest rates for the first time in two and a half years, d ...More

The European Central Bank is poised to raise interest rates for the first time in two and a half years, driven by escalating inflation fueled by the Iran war's energy shock. Despite concerns about slowing growth, the ECB aims to reassure markets by tackling rising consumer prices, which have surpassed its target. ...Less

Tracking the momentum, the Nifty index is expected to reclaim its crucial psychological level of 7,600 in ...More

Tracking the momentum, the Nifty index is expected to reclaim its crucial psychological level of 7,600 in trade today. ...Less

SoftBank Group is the largest investor in Yahoo Japan, controls several board seats and wields more power ...More

SoftBank Group is the largest investor in Yahoo Japan, controls several board seats and wields more power over the country’s most profitable website than anyone. ...Less

Tracking the momentum, the Nifty index is expected to reclaim its crucial psychological level of 7,900 in ...More

Tracking the momentum, the Nifty index is expected to reclaim its crucial psychological level of 7,900 in trade today. ...Less

Asian markets are up for a second day. US stock futures are also higher. Optimism about US-Iran talks is ...More

Asian markets are up for a second day. US stock futures are also higher. Optimism about US-Iran talks is boosting sentiment. However, oil prices are climbing again. This is causing some caution. Investors are watching geopolitical developments closely. The yen is steady. Gold is slightly lower. ...Less

Japan's Nikkei surged 3.14% on Thursday, its largest gain in two weeks, driven by renewed enthusiasm for ...More

Japan's Nikkei surged 3.14% on Thursday, its largest gain in two weeks, driven by renewed enthusiasm for technology stocks and easing geopolitical tensions. Gains were boosted by Nvidia's strong sales forecast, an averted Samsung strike, and reports of OpenAI's potential IPO, with SoftBank Group leading advancers. ...Less

The Nifty and Sensex recorded the strongest performance among regional markets, as per the data compiled ...More

The Nifty and Sensex recorded the strongest performance among regional markets, as per the data compiled by ET Bureau. ...Less

Tokyo's Nikkei index soared past 59,000 for the first time on Thursday, shattering its previous record. T ...More

Tokyo's Nikkei index soared past 59,000 for the first time on Thursday, shattering its previous record. This surge was fueled by diminishing hopes of an immediate Bank of Japan interest rate hike and impressive performance from chip giant Nvidia. The benchmark Nikkei 225 saw a significant 1.2% jump, reflecting strong market sentiment. ...Less

Tokyo stocks opened lower on Tuesday as a slightly higher yen and falls in the US Dow index weighed on th ...More

Tokyo stocks opened lower on Tuesday as a slightly higher yen and falls in the US Dow index weighed on the market. The benchmark Nikkei 225 index was down 0.45 percent, or 175.29 points, at 38,747.74 in early trade, while the broader Topix index was down 0.33 percent, or 9.33 points, at 2,788.74. kh/kaf/smw ...Less

Tracking the momentum, the index may retest its crucial psychological level of 8100 in trade today. ...More

Tracking the momentum, the index may retest its crucial psychological level of 8100 in trade today. ...Less

Americans are more excited about Europe, says Goldman Sachs. ...More

Americans are more excited about Europe, says Goldman Sachs. ...Less

Tracking the momentum, the index is expected to retest its crucial psychological support level of 8000 in ...More

Tracking the momentum, the index is expected to retest its crucial psychological support level of 8000 in trade today. ...Less

Yahoo Japan will then buy back 220 billion yen of stock from SoftBank. ...More

Yahoo Japan will then buy back 220 billion yen of stock from SoftBank. ...Less

Tokyo stocks opened lower on Friday despite gains in US shares, as a stronger yen against the dollar weig ...More

Tokyo stocks opened lower on Friday despite gains in US shares, as a stronger yen against the dollar weighed on the Japanese market. "The Japanese market is expected to start lower due to the significant appreciation of the yen," senior market analyst Toshiyuki Kanayama of brokerage Monex said. ...Less

Tracking the momentum, the Nifty index may reclaim its crucial psychological level of 8050-8100 in trade ...More

Tracking the momentum, the Nifty index may reclaim its crucial psychological level of 8050-8100 in trade on the first day of September series. ...Less

Tracking the momentum, the Nifty index may reclaim its crucial psychological level of 8,000 levels in tra ...More

Tracking the momentum, the Nifty index may reclaim its crucial psychological level of 8,000 levels in trade today. ...Less

Tracking the momentum, the Nifty index is expected to surpass its previous record highs of 8388.05 hit on ...More

Tracking the momentum, the Nifty index is expected to surpass its previous record highs of 8388.05 hit on 10 November 10, 2014. ...Less

Japan's Nikkei share average reached a record high for the third consecutive day, propelled by strong per ...More

Japan's Nikkei share average reached a record high for the third consecutive day, propelled by strong performance in the technology sector. Despite a broader market slump, tech shares mirrored Wall Street's gains, with companies like SoftBank Group reporting significant profit increases, though individual stock performance varied. ...Less

For the week, both the indexes gained more than 5% each to mark their biggest weekly gains since late-May ...More

For the week, both the indexes gained more than 5% each to mark their biggest weekly gains since late-May. ...Less

The index rose by 3,360.39 points to reach 34,818.81 approximately an hour after trading commenced. This ...More

The index rose by 3,360.39 points to reach 34,818.81 approximately an hour after trading commenced. This increase followed significant declines on Wall Street that were notable, though not as severe as the sharp drop experienced in Tokyo on Monday. ...Less

Japan's Nikkei lost 1.1 per cent to close at its lowest since mid-September last year. ...More

Japan's Nikkei lost 1.1 per cent to close at its lowest since mid-September last year. ...Less

CyberAgent rose marginally by 0.2 per cent, after Nikkei Inc. said it will add its stock to the index. ...More

CyberAgent rose marginally by 0.2 per cent, after Nikkei Inc. said it will add its stock to the index. ...Less

Asia's open, however, was mixed with Japan's Nikkei 225 up 0.11 per cent, Australia's S&P/ASX 200 down 0. ...More

Asia's open, however, was mixed with Japan's Nikkei 225 up 0.11 per cent, Australia's S&P/ASX 200 down 0.1 per cent and South Korea's KOSPI 0.64 per cent higher. ...Less

Japan's Nikkei share average closed at a near three-week low, with SoftBank Group leading the decline, as ...More

Japan's Nikkei share average closed at a near three-week low, with SoftBank Group leading the decline, as investors locked in profits on AI-related stocks. The index slipped 1.23%, ending lower for a fifth consecutive session, with market participants selling shares that had driven recent record highs. Declines remained limited ahead of Nvidia's earnings, which could influence the next session. ...Less

Japan Stock Market Crash News: The Nikkei index was down more than 3,500 points at 32,385.01 by midaftern ...More

Japan Stock Market Crash News: The Nikkei index was down more than 3,500 points at 32,385.01 by midafternoon Monday in Tokyo. ...Less

Japan's Nikkei set a closing record high on Friday, capping a third consecutive weekly gain, as enthusias ...More

Japan's Nikkei set a closing record high on Friday, capping a third consecutive weekly gain, as enthusiasm over technology sector earnings offset uncertainty over a potential peace deal in the Middle East. ...Less

Japan's Nikkei share average fell for the fourth straight day on Tuesday, capping its worst month since t ...More

Japan's Nikkei share average fell for the fourth straight day on Tuesday, capping its worst month since the 2008 global financial crisis as the widening Middle East war weighed on sentiment. ...Less

Hideki Furusho and a University of Tokyo professor have teamed up to reate a hedge fund that invests in N ...More

Hideki Furusho and a University of Tokyo professor have teamed up to reate a hedge fund that invests in Nikkei 225 futures based on a computer model that analyzes Japanese blogs. ...Less

Tracking the momentum, the Nifty index may reclaim its crucial psychological level of 7,600 levels in tra ...More

Tracking the momentum, the Nifty index may reclaim its crucial psychological level of 7,600 levels in trade today. ...Less

The index is expected to head down but should be able to recoup losses later in the day and retest its cr ...More

The index is expected to head down but should be able to recoup losses later in the day and retest its crucial level of 7900. ...Less

Toyota, which makes the Camry sedan, Prius hybrid and Lexus luxury models, sold off in 2018 a 5.9 per cen ...More

Toyota, which makes the Camry sedan, Prius hybrid and Lexus luxury models, sold off in 2018 a 5.9 per cent stake in Isuzu that it had bought in 2006. Earlier, Isuzu had a capital tie-up with US automaker General Motors Co. ...Less

Investors are closely watching Chinese retail sales and industrial output due later during Tokyo trade Mo ...More

Investors are closely watching Chinese retail sales and industrial output due later during Tokyo trade Monday, and US manufacturing data later in the day, analysts said. ...Less

Investors were cautious about over-valuation of stocks after recent rallies. ...More

Investors were cautious about over-valuation of stocks after recent rallies. ...Less

Markets are likely to remain volatile as traders roll over positions in the F&O segment from Feb series t ...More

Markets are likely to remain volatile as traders roll over positions in the F&O segment from Feb series to March series. ...Less

Tracking the momentum, the Nifty index may retest its crucial psychological level of 7,850-7,800 in trade ...More

Tracking the momentum, the Nifty index may retest its crucial psychological level of 7,850-7,800 in trade today. ...Less

Tracking the momentum, the Nifty index may retest its crucial psychological level of 7,900-7,950 levels i ...More

Tracking the momentum, the Nifty index may retest its crucial psychological level of 7,900-7,950 levels in trade today. ...Less