Nikkei Rises 0.6% as Technology and Financial Shares Advance
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Sep 12 2025
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Source: WSJ
Nikkei Stock Performance: Japan’s Nikkei Stock Average is up 0.6% at 44617.31, driven by gains in technology and financial sector stocks amid expectations of a Fed rate cut next week.
Technology and Banking Stocks: Notable tech stocks like Tokyo Electron and Kokusai Electric have seen significant increases, while banking stocks such as Mitsubishi UFJ Financial are also up, albeit modestly.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
