After the delayed interest rate hike by the Bank of Japan, the Nikkei average stock price temporarily recovered to 36,500 yen.

The Nikkei average continued to rise significantly for six consecutive trading days, closing up 406.92 yen at 36,452.30 yen (Volume estimated at 1.8 billion 60 million shares). Amid the sharp surge in the after-hours trading of U.S. Microsoft and Meta Platforms Inc, buying started to lead in the Tokyo market, particularly in the Semiconductors sector. Additionally, the depreciation of the yen to the 144 yen level against the dollar following the announcement of the Bank of Japan's monetary policy decision was also viewed as favorable, increasing the number of export-related stocks that gained in value.

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The Nikkei average is up about 260 points, with the positive contributors being Advantest, TDK, and Recruit Holdings at the top.

At around 12:50 PM on the 1st, the Nikkei average stock price is fluctuating around 36,300 yen, up about 260 yen from the previous day. At the much-anticipated Bank of Japan monetary policy meeting, it was unanimously decided to maintain the current financial market adjustment policy. In the afternoon, trading began with an increased range compared to the morning's closing price, and the exchange rate is at 143.60 yen per dollar, currently trending toward a weaker yen. In terms of the contribution of stocks included in the Nikkei average, Advantest <6857.T>, TDK <6762.T>, are among the top positive contributors.

Kabushiki Shimbun23:53 ET

Market Overview Early Information = Main after-market market order status (2) LINE Yahoo, Rakuten, Mizuho, etc.

As of 12:20 PM on the 1st, the main pre-opening market orders are as follows: LINE <4689.T> Sell 290,000 shares, Buy 50,000 shares Japan Post <6178.T> Sell 20,000 shares, Buy 10,000 shares Advantest <6857.T> Sell 40,000 shares, Buy 100,000 shares Rakuten <4755.T> Sell 20,000 shares, Buy 50,000 shares Renesas <6723.T> Sell 30,000 shares, Buy 50,000 shares Mizuho <8411.T> Sell 30,000 shares, Buy 30,000 shares Provided by: Wealth Advisor Co.

Kabushiki Shimbun23:24 ET

The Nikkei average is up about 130 yen, with the top gainers among the adopted stocks being Sumitomo Pharma, JR Central, Advantest, ETC.

On May 1st, shortly after 11 AM, the Nikkei Average stock price fluctuated around 36,175 yen, up about 130 yen from the previous day. At 9:13 AM, it reached 36,341.62 yen, up 296.24 yen. After that, with few clues available and anticipating the announcement of the Bank of Japan's monetary policy decision meeting results, a wait-and-see mood seems to have spread. Among the stocks included in the Nikkei Average, notable gainers include Sumitomo Pharma <4506.T>, JR Tokai <9022.T>, and Socionext <6.

Kabushiki Shimbun22:01 ET

April 30th ADR trends = Advantest, Keyence, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and others are high in yen conversion values.

On April 30, the ADRs (American Depositary Receipt) showed mixed results compared to the Tokyo closing prices on the same day when converted to yen. In terms of yen values, Advantest <6857.T>, Keyence <6861.T>, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries <7011.T>, Mizuho <8411.T>, and SoftBank Group <9984.T> were higher. On the other hand, INPEX <1605.T>, Nidec Corporation Sponsored ADR <6594.T>, Sony Group Corp <6758.T>, Murata Manufacturing <6981.T>, and Nitori Holdings <9843.T> were softer.

Kabushiki Shimbun18:39 ET

The index has recovered to the 36,000 yen range for the first time in a month.

The Nikkei average has risen for five consecutive trading days. It ended with a gain of 205.39 yen at 36,045.38 yen (with an estimated Volume of 2.2 billion 80 million shares), recovering the 36,000 yen mark for the first time in about a month. Increased expectations for a rise due to the strong US stock market and progress in US tariff negotiations led the buying. The Nikkei average briefly returned above 36,000 yen right after trading began. However, as it surpassed the key level of 36,000 yen, opposing sentiments emerged, and gradually a wait-and-see mood spread, resulting in consolidation around 35,900 yen. Toward the end of the afternoon session, index buying is expected from pension funds at the end of the month.

Fisco JapanApr 30 03:43 ET