Japan’s Nikkei rises 1.08% as Topix slips 0.14%
The Nikkei 225 closed up 1.08% at 63,954.19, while the Topix fell 0.14% to 3,991.71. Strong SK Hynix earnings and renewed AI optimism supported the Nikkei.
Japan's Nikkei share gauge rose on Wednesday, helped by strong earnings from SK Hynix and renewed optimism in the AI sector.The benchmark tech-heavy Nikkei 225 TVC:NI225 advanced 1.08% to close at 63,954.19, gaining for a second straight day. The broader Topix TSE:TOPIX slipped 0.14% to 3,991.71.So…