The Nikkei average is up 415 yen (as of 2:50 PM). In terms of contributions to the Nikkei average, SoftBank Group <9984>, Fast Retailing <9983>, and Toyota <7203> are among the top positive contributors, while Daiichi Sankyo <4568>, Chugai Pharmaceutical <4519>, and Nitori HD <9843> are among the top negative contributors. In the Sector, Transportation Equipment, Nonferrous Metals, Wholesale Trade, Iron & Steel, and Machinery have the highest price increase rates, while Pharmaceutical is declining.

The Nikkei average is trending in a high price range. In the USA, tonight, the weekly new unemployment insurance claims will be announced, and a 7-year government bond auction will take place. Additionally, the markets in the UK, France, Germany, and Switzerland will be closed tonight.