The Nikkei Average is up 172 yen (as of 14:50). In terms of contribution to the Nikkei Average, Advantest <6857>, NTT Data G <9613>, and Fast Retailing <9983> are among the top positive contributors, while Recruit HD <6098>, TDK <6762>, and Bandai Namco HD <7832> are among the top negative contributors. In the sectors, nonferrous metals, banking, transportation equipment, insurance, and commodity etf are among the highest in terms of increase, while services, electric and gas, pulp and paper, marine transportation, and air transportation are among the highest in terms of decrease.

The Nikkei Average is somewhat stagnant. After trading today, MS&AD <8725>, Tokio Marine HD <8766>, and SOMPO <8630> will announce their financial results for the April-September period. In the usa, the number of housing starts in October will be announced tonight. Regarding corporate earnings, walmart will announce its financial results for the August-October period.