Selling pressure from the decline of Tokyo Electron and the advancing appreciation of the yen is a burden.
The Nikkei average fell for the first time in four days. It ended trading at 38,787.02 yen, down 279.51 yen (Volume estimated at 2.1 billion 60 million shares). The yen appreciated to the 150 yen level temporarily, weighed down by rising expectations for additional interest rate hikes by the Bank of Japan. Additionally, Tokyo Electron <8035>, which announced good financial results the previous day, fell by about 4%, contributing to the decline. There was also a moment when the Nikkei average dropped to 38,753.20 yen shortly after the opening. On the other hand, buying continued for stocks with good financial results, etc.
JP Movers | Mercari Rose 20.98%, Leading Nikkei 225 Components, IHI Topped Turnover List
Market sentiment was stable today as Nikkei 225 components continued to trade sideways, with Mercari(4385.JP) being the top gainer today, rising 20.98% to close at 2307.0 yen. In addition, the top loser was Nikon(7731.JP),falling 9.27% to end at 1536.5 yen.
The Nikkei average is down 205 yen, with aggressive buying limited ahead of events.
The Nikkei average is down 205 yen (as of 1:50 PM). In terms of contributions to the Nikkei average, TDK <6762>, Advantest <6857>, and FANUC CORP <6954> are among the highest negative contributors, while Tokyo Electron <8035>, NTT Data G <9613>, and SoftBank G <9984> are among the highest positive contributors. In the Sector, Glass & Ceramics Products, Precision Instruments, Transportation Equipment, Wholesale Trade, and Real Estate are among the top declining rates, while Iron & Steel, Oil & Coal Products, and Metal Products are also included.
Nikkei Average Contribution Ranking (Before Closing) - The Nikkei Average fell for the first time in four days, with Tokyo Electron contributing to a decline of about 103 yen.
As of the close on seven days ago, the number of advancing and declining stocks in the Nikkei average was 99 stocks up, 126 stocks down, and 0 stocks unchanged. The Nikkei average fell 172.88 yen to close at 38,893.65 yen (estimated Volume 0.9 billion 37.6 million shares) at the end of the morning session. On the previous day, October 6, the Dow Inc average in the US market closed down 125.65 dollars at 44,747.63 dollars, while the Nasdaq finished up 99.66 points at 19,791.99 points. The expectations for additional interest rate cuts and favorable earnings from some major companies were positively received.
The Nikkei average is down about 210 points, with negative contributions from Tokyo Electron, NTT Data, and SoftBank Group being the top three.
As of 12:47 PM on the 7th, the Nikkei average stock price is fluctuating around 38,855 yen, down about 210 yen from the previous day. The afternoon session is also starting with a slight Sell dominance, leading to a weak trend. The exchange rate is around 151.70 yen per dollar, currently showing a slight depreciation of the yen. The contributing stocks of the Nikkei average in terms of negative contribution are Tokyo Electron <8035.T>, NTT Data <9613.T>, and SoftBank Group <9984.T> at the top. In terms of positive contribution, TDK <6762.T> and Adva.
Three key points to watch in the afternoon session: concerns about the strengthening yen and the Japan-U.S. summit.
In the afternoon trading on the 7th, I would like to focus on the following three points. • The Nikkei average fell back, along with the yen's appreciation and concerns regarding the Japan-US summit. • The dollar-yen pair rebounded, with short covering of dollars. • The top contributor to the decline is Tokyo Electron <8035>, while the second is NTT Data <9613>. ■ The Nikkei average fell back due to the yen's appreciation and concerns regarding the Japan-US summit. The Nikkei average decreased by 172.88 yen to 38,893.65 yen (Volume approximately 0.9 billion, 37.6 million shares) and ended the morning trading.
The Nikkei average declined, in addition to concerns over the strengthening of the yen and the Japan-U.S. summit.
The Nikkei average fell. It ended the morning session at 38,893.65 yen, down 172.88 yen (estimated Volume 0.9 billion, 37.6 million shares). The Dow Inc in the US market on the 6th fell by 125.65 dollars to 44,747.63 dollars, while the Nasdaq ended up 99.66 points at 19,791.99 points. The market opened strongly with expectations of additional rate cuts and favorable earnings from some major companies. However, profit-taking intensified due to the caution ahead of the employment statistics announcement, causing the Dow to turn lower.
The Nikkei average started down 158 yen, with Konica Minolta and NTT Data, ETC, declining.
[Nikkei Average Stock Price & TOPIX (Table)] Nikkei Average; 38907.76; -158.77 TOPIX; 2744.12; -8.08 [Opening Overview] On the 7th, the Nikkei Average started trading at 38907.76 yen, down 158.77 yen, marking a decline after four days. The previous day's U.S. stock market was mixed. The Dow Inc. was down 125.65 dollars at 44747.63 dollars, while the Nasdaq was up 99.66 points at 19791.99.
ADR Japanese stock ranking - Japan Post and other overall Sell pressure, Chicago is 120 yen lower than Osaka at 38,970 yen.
In the ADR (American Depositary Receipt) market for Japanese Stocks, compared to the Tokyo Stock Exchange (conversion of 1 dollar to 151.41 yen), Japan Post <6178>, Japan Post Bank <7182>, Shin-Etsu Chemical <4063>, Softbank Group <9984>, Takeda Pharmaceuticals Sp Adr <4502>, NINTENDO CO LTD <7974>, Sony Group Corp <6758>, etc. have decreased with a general tendency to Sell. The Chicago Nikkei 225 Futures settlement price is 38,970 yen, which is 120 yen lower than the Osaka daytime price. The U.S. stock market is mixed. The Dow average is down 125.65 points.
Regarding our support for the wildfires disaster in Southern California, USA.
We express our sincere condolences to those who have lost their lives in the recent wildfires in Southern California, USA, and offer heartfelt sympathies to all those affected. Advantest America, Inc., the American regional headquarters of Advantest, has provided donations to the American Red Cross and the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation to assist those impacted by the wildfires and to aid in the recovery of the affected areas.
Advantest Opens Registration for International VOICE 2025 Developer Conference, May 12-14
After the buying round, the price movements have stabilized at the firm level of 39,000 yen.
The Nikkei average has risen for three consecutive days, closing at 39,066.53 yen, up 235.05 yen (with an estimated Volume of 2.1 billion 70 million shares). Trading began with a lead in Buy based on the rise in U.S. stocks, reaching as high as 39,190.13 yen in the middle of the morning session. However, comments by Naoki Tamura, a Bank of Japan committee member, stating that "it is necessary to raise interest rates to 1% by the second half of fiscal 2025" caused the yen to strengthen, temporarily pushing the exchange rate to about 151.80 yen to the dollar, which weighed on the market and narrowed the gains toward the end of the morning session.
JP Movers | Renesas Electronics Rose 12.60%, Leading Nikkei 225 Components, Disco Topped Turnover List
Market sentiment was stable today as Nikkei 225 components continued to trade sideways, with Renesas Electronics(6723.JP) being the top gainer today, rising 12.60% to close at 2305.5 yen. In addition, the top loser was Kanadevia(7004.JP),falling 7.41% to end at 974.0 yen.
The Nikkei average is up about 200 yen, with trading volumes led by Disco, Fujikura, and Advantest.
At around 2 PM on the 6th, the Nikkei average stock price is trading around 39,030 yen, up about 200 yen from the previous day. The afternoon session starts with a Buy advantage. It appears to be recovering its gains with steady price movements. The exchange rate is around 152 yen and 30 sen per dollar, slightly trending towards a weaker yen. As of just after 2:01 PM, the top Volume stocks in the Main Board market are NTT <9432.T>, JDI <6740.T>, Nissan <7201.T>, Honda <7267.T>, and Mitsubishi UFJ <8306.T>.
Three points to pay attention to in the first half - the rise of NVIDIA serves as a supporting factor.
In the trading session six days ago, three points were noteworthy. ■ The rise of NVIDIA served as supportive material. ■ Kddi Corporation reported a 2.0% increase in operating profit for Q3, amounting to 864.5 billion yen. ■ Notable materials from the morning session: Yokoo is accelerating local production and consumption in China, addressing US tariff measures on "Communication Equipment" for automobiles. After starting with a Buy in the Japanese stock market on the 6th, a sense of stagnation is expected to strengthen gradually. In the US market on the 5th, the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose by 317 points, and Nasdaq increased by 38 points. Financial Estimates were below expectations.
The U.S. Stocks market continues to rise, with expectations of additional rate cuts (5th).
"Chicago Nikkei Average Futures (CME)" (5th) MAR24O 39085 (in USD) H 39150 L 38605 C 39005, +265 compared to Osaka Exchange (evening session +45) Vol 6642 MAR24O 38985 (in yen) H 39115 L 38565 C 38955, +215 compared to Osaka Exchange (evening session -5) Vol 20855 "American Depositary Receipt Overview (ADR)" (5th) In the ADR market, compared to the Tokyo Stock Exchange (conversion rate of 1 USD to 152.58 yen), So
The rise of NVIDIA is a supportive factor.
[Stocks Opening Comments] The Japanese stock market on the 6th is expected to start with a Buy and then gradually show signs of consolidation. In the US market on the 5th, the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose by 317 points, and Nasdaq increased by 38 points. A decline in Alphabet, which reported results below expectations, dampened sentiment, and the market started with a Sell bias. However, following the ISM Non-Manufacturing Index for January coming in lower than expected, US long-term interest rates fell, and NVIDIA and Amgen's...
Registration for the Advantest "VOICE 2025 Developer Conference" has begun.
Advantest Corporation (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Representative Director Group CEO: Douglas Lefever, hereinafter referred to as "the company") has started accepting registrations for the event "VOICE 2025 Developer Conference" (hereinafter, VOICE 2025) for users and strategic partners. VOICE 2025 will be held from May 12 to 14 in Austin, Texas, USA at AT&T.
Amid the burden of the yen's appreciation, stock selection was guided by the earnings reports.
The Nikkei average rose slightly, finishing the trade at 38,831.48 yen, up 33.11 yen (estimated Volume of 2.1 billion 90 million shares). Following the rise in the USA market led by technology stocks, the Tokyo market began with a focus on buying in major stocks, and the Nikkei average increased to 39,118.95 yen shortly after the market opened. Later, Economy Minister Akazawa Ryomasa stated, "Currently, we recognize the state of inflation, and there is no discrepancy with Governor Ueda," which weighed on the yen rate, pushing it to briefly strengthen to the lower 153 yen range.
The Nikkei Average is up 11 points, and Toyota is strong.
The Nikkei average is up 11 yen (as of 1:50 PM). In terms of contribution to the Nikkei average, Bandai Namco Holdings <7832>, SoftBank Group <9984>, and Konami Group <9766> are among the top positive contributors, while TDK <6762>, Kyocera Corporation Sponsored ADR <6971>, and Advantest <6857> are among the top negative contributors. In the Sector, Other Products, Marine Transportation, Transportation Equipment, warehousing and logistics, and Communications industries are seeing the highest price increases, whereas Pharmaceuticals, Air Transportation, food products, and Rubber Products are also mentioned.
Unlock the Full List