Stock Market Index Nikkei Ascends to 43,000 Mark for First Time in the Morning
Japan's Nikkei 225 and TOPIX indexes reached new all-time highs on August 13, 2025, marking a significant milestone in the country's stock market. The Nikkei surpassed the 43,000-point mark for the first time, reflecting a 7.4% gain since August 4, 2025.
Key factors contributing to this surge include investor expectations of better corporate earnings, short-term overseas funds capitalising on favourable conditions in Japan’s equity market, clarity on US tariff policies, and strong performances by prominent companies like SoftBank Group.
On that day, the TOPIX index finished the morning at 3,093.85, marking an increase of 27.48 points or 0.90%. The Nikkei 225 index ended the morning at 43,301.07, having increased by 582.90 points or 1.36%. The Nikkei 225 stock average exceeded 43,000 for the first time ever.
Despite these record-breaking gains, an official at a major securities house issued a warning that Tokyo stocks may drop at any time. The warning serves as a reminder of the volatile nature of the stock market, even after significant gains. It underscores the importance of careful investment strategies, even during periods of market growth.
The rebound of the Tokyo market through the previous day was significant, but there is a perceived risk of potential decline. The increase in the Nikkei 225 index occurred at 10:57 a.m., and the index reached a high of 43,347.57 during the morning.
Meanwhile, the broader TOPIX index also gained ground. The U.S. consumer price index for July generally fell in line with market expectations. The broad-based buying in the Tokyo market was likely influenced by the continued anticipation for an early interest rate cut by the U.S. Federal Reserve, as U.S. stocks were buoyed by this expectation.
In conclusion, the strong rally in Japan's stock market on August 13, 2025, was driven by a combination of factors, including improved corporate earnings, favourable conditions in Japan’s equity market, clarity on US tariff policies, and strong performances by prominent companies. However, the volatile nature of the stock market was highlighted by the warning issued, reminding investors of the importance of careful investment strategies.
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