The Nikkei average is up 299 yen (as of 14:50). In terms of Nikkei average contribution, companies such as Tokyo Electron <8035>, First Retailing <9983>, TDK <6762>, etc., are among the top contributors on the positive side, while Advantest <6857>, Fanuc Corp <6954>, Recruit Holdings <6098>, etc., are among the top contributors on the negative side. In terms of sectors, the fisheries/agriculture, other products, food products, other financial, and mining sectors are among the top gainers while precision instruments and service sectors are declining.

The Nikkei average is trading in the high range. The USA will have Thanksgiving holiday tonight, and all markets will be closed.