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Japan Nikkei drops 2% as tech profit taking drags chip-testing leaders into weekly decline

Japan Nikkei drops 2% as tech profit taking drags chip-testing leaders into weekly decline

Japan’s Nikkei fell 2% on Friday, reversing early gains and setting up a weekly loss as traders booked profits in high-flying tech stocks heading into the weekend. The index closed at 61,409.29 after dropping about 1,245 points. Chip-testing leader Advantest slid 7.9%, cutting 544 points, while Tokyo Electron fell 1.8%. Fujikura sank 7.4% following Thursday’s 19% plunge tied to weak data-centre cable forecasts. Topix ended slightly lower and remained supported by energy and automakers.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 15 May 2026
Japan Nikkei slips from record as inflation and rate fears creep back in

Japan Nikkei slips from record as inflation and rate fears creep back in

Global markets turned mixed as Wall Street tech stocks pushed indexes to fresh record closes, while Japan’s Nikkei struggled to hold its record run. Early gains tied to AI-related Japanese firms faded as investors refocused on rising inflation and looming interest rate pressures, cooling sentiment despite the broader tech-driven optimism.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 14 May 2026

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Nikkei hits record high for third day as tech optimism surges and SoftBank climbs

Nikkei hits record high for third day as tech optimism surges and SoftBank climbs

Japan’s Nikkei hit a record high for a third straight session, powered by a sudden surge in technology stocks. Even as the broader market slipped, tech shares tracked gains seen on Wall Street. SoftBank Group stood out with a notable jump in profits, though performance varied widely across individual companies.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 14 May 2026
Japan Nikkei closes higher as AI-linked stocks rebound led by Tokyo Electron

Japan Nikkei closes higher as AI-linked stocks rebound led by Tokyo Electron

Japan’s Nikkei ended higher as AI-related shares turned the session around. Tokyo Electron erased early losses to finish 0.14% higher. Advantest swung back after dropping as much as 1.5%, eventually edging 0.26% lower, highlighting how quickly sentiment shifted among AI-linked equities.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 12 May 2026
Japan Nikkei slips from record high as fresh Iran conflict worries creep back

Japan Nikkei slips from record high as fresh Iran conflict worries creep back

Japan’s Nikkei 225 edged down 0.1% to 62,666.57 after briefly flashing an all-time high of 63,385.04. The Topix index rose 0.23% to 3,838.26. The retreat highlights renewed investor caution as Iran conflict concerns resurface across global markets, nudging sentiment even amid earlier momentum.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 11 May 2026
Nikkei slips from record high as SoftBank drops and Arm shocks AI and smartphone worries

Nikkei slips from record high as SoftBank drops and Arm shocks AI and smartphone worries

Japan’s Nikkei retreated from a record high after SoftBank Group fell 4.56%, dragging broader sentiment. The move followed a sharp overnight drop in US-listed Arm Holdings, tied to concerns about weaker smartphone demand and potential AI chip supply constraints. Investors are now watching whether the shock is temporary or signals a wider slowdown in tech spending.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 8 May 2026

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Japan Nikkei hits record high as yen surges on possible Tokyo intervention

Japan Nikkei hits record high as yen surges on possible Tokyo intervention

Japan’s Nikkei is climbing to a new all-time high as the yen strengthens after the last session, with traders pointing to possible Tokyo intervention. The move is reshaping expectations for currency-sensitive equities and creating fresh risk and opportunity for US investors watching how a stronger yen could affect Japanese earnings, exporters, and global flows.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 7 May 2026
Japan Markets Rise as Tech Lifts Nikkei and Yen Powers Bond Rebound

Japan Markets Rise as Tech Lifts Nikkei and Yen Powers Bond Rebound

Japan’s Nikkei inched higher on Friday, buoyed by gains concentrated in a small group of technology stocks. At the same time, a stronger yen helped government bond prices bounce back, adding support to broader sentiment in Japanese markets. The move highlights how narrow sector strength and FX swings are driving near-term performance.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 1 May 2026
Nikkei slips as oil spikes and mixed earnings chill investors

Nikkei slips as oil spikes and mixed earnings chill investors

Japan’s Nikkei fell as a surge in oil prices weighed on sentiment, with traders pointing to reports that the US may take action to break the Iran stalemate. The decline was compounded by mixed corporate earnings, leaving investors cautious and demand uneven as markets digested the risk and earnings picture.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 30 Apr 2026
Nikkei slips from record high as BOJ stays hawkish yen rallies and bonds swing

Nikkei slips from record high as BOJ stays hawkish yen rallies and bonds swing

Japan’s Nikkei slipped off a record high as government bonds swung sharply and the yen strengthened. The move followed a hawkish tone from the Bank of Japan, which kept interest rates unchanged. Even without rate hikes, traders reacted to expectations of tighter policy, reshaping the day’s risk sentiment across equities and JGBs.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 28 Apr 2026

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Japan Nikkei smashes 60000 for first time as earnings optimism and AI fever surge

Japan Nikkei smashes 60000 for first time as earnings optimism and AI fever surge

Japan’s Nikkei has crossed 60,000 for the first time, powered by upbeat corporate earnings and fresh AI optimism even as Middle East tensions linger. Keyence and Fanuc led major gains, lifting investor confidence. Attention now turns to the next round of earnings, with traders warning that the psychological 60,000 milestone could also invite profit-taking.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 27 Apr 2026
Japan Nikkei hits record high as tech earnings overpower Middle East deal worries

Japan Nikkei hits record high as tech earnings overpower Middle East deal worries

Japan’s Nikkei closed at a record high, extending a third straight weekly gain. Investors were buoyed by upbeat technology sector earnings, which helped absorb lingering uncertainty tied to possible developments in the Middle East. Despite concerns about a potential peace deal, risk appetite stayed focused on corporate results and growth signals.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
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