Nikkei 225 hits record high, crosses 72,500 for first time

Japan’s benchmark stock index reached a new all-time high as it moved above 72,500, marking the first time the gauge has traded at that level.

Summary

Japan’s benchmark Nikkei 225 stock index reached a fresh all-time high after rising above 72,500 for the first time in its history. The move signals a new record for the Japanese equity market, with the milestone underscoring the strength of the benchmark’s latest advance.

Terms & Concepts
  • Nikkei 225: Japan’s main stock market index
  • all-time high: Highest level ever recorded