The Nikkei average is up 1124 yen (as of 2:45 pm). In terms of Nikkei average contribution, companies such as Tokyo Electron <8035>, Advantest <6857>, and TDK <6762> are among the top contributors, while Recruit Holdings <6098>, Kao <4452>, and Nintendo Co Ltd <7974> are among the top negative contributors. For sectors, insurance, electric appliances, marine transportation, security futures, and nonferrous metals are the top gainers, while air transportation and land transportation are declining.

The Nikkei average is trading in a high range. Today, Mercari <4385>, Asics <7936>, and others are scheduled to release earnings reports. In the USA, the July wholesale price index (PPI) will be announced tonight, and Home Depot will release Q2 earnings.