As of 2:40 PM, Nikkei Average is up by 368 yen. In terms of Nikkei Average contribution rate, Softbank Group <9984>, Advantest <6857>, TDK <6762>, etc. are among the top positive contributors, while Nitori Holdings <9843>, Eisai <4523>, Nexon <3659>, etc. are among the top negative contributors. In terms of sectors, nonferrous metals, transportation equipment, banks, precision instruments, and machinery are among the top gainers, while fishery and forestry, electricity and gas industry, securities and futures products, other products, and foods are among the top losers.
Nikkei Average is trading in the high range. The US market tonight will be closed for Independence Day.