Japan's Nikkei Surges to New Record as Yen Weakness Boosts Export Giants
The Nikkei 225 index surpassed 42,000 for the first time, driven by a weakening yen that has turbocharged earnings at Toyota, Sony, and other major exporters. The Bank of Japan faces mounting pressure to intervene in currency markets.
The Nikkei 225 index surpassed 42,000 for the first time, driven by a weakening yen that has turbocharged earnings at Toyota, Sony, and other major exporters. The Bank of Japan faces mounting pressure to intervene in currency markets.
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