Nikkei rises 0.8% as chip stocks lead gains
Japanese stocks are higher in early trade after crude oil prices fell and Middle Eastern supply fears eased. Chip-related stocks led gains, with Lasertec up 5.3% and Advantest up 3.9%.
2011 ET - Japanese stocks were higher in early trade after crude oil prices fell and fears eased over Middle Eastern supply disruptions. Chip-related shares were leading the advance. 9% higher. 58 at Thursday's Tokyo close.