The Nikkei Average is 91 yen higher (as of 14:40). In terms of the Nikkei average contribution, Fast Lite ＜9983＞, Toelec ＜8035＞, Shin-Etsu ＜4063＞, etc. are top positive contributors, while Lasertech ＜6920＞, Denso ＜6902＞, Kyocera ＜6971＞, etc. are top negative contributors. In the sector, insurance, securities and futures, and other financial, construction, and foodstuffs are at the top of the price increase rate, while rubber products, shipping, metal products, textile products, and glass earth and stone products are at the top of the price drop rate.
The Nikkei Average is moving slightly lacking a sense of direction. Today, after this, Nidec ＜6594＞ and others will announce financial results for the fiscal year ending 24/3. Tonight in the US, the US PMI preliminary figures for April (S&P global survey) and the number of new US housing sales for March will be announced. Also, Tesla is planning to announce financial results for the fiscal year ending January-March.