Japan Stocks Rise on Wall Street Rally After Trump Threatens, Then Cancels Airstrike on Iran
Japanese stocks closed higher on Tuesday, tracking a strong rally on Wall Street after U.S. President Donald Trump threatened a powerful strike on Iran but then canceled it, hinting at a possible deal soon.
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(Central News Agency, Tokyo, 12th – Combined Foreign Reports) Tokyo stocks closed higher on Tuesday, following a sharp rally on Wall Street in the previous session. U.S. President Donald Trump threatened a powerful strike on Iran but soon canceled the airstrike, saying a deal could be signed in the coming days.
The benchmark Nikkei 225 index surged 1,802.77 points, or 2.81%, to close at 66,020.04.
The broader Topix index rose 51.61 points, or 1.35%, to 3,881.96. (Editor: Lu Yingzi) 1150612
The benchmark Nikkei 225 index surged 1,802.77 points, or 2.81%, to close at 66,020.04.
The broader Topix index rose 51.61 points, or 1.35%, to 3,881.96. (Editor: Lu Yingzi) 1150612
FAQ
Why did the Nikkei rise?
Due to a rally in US stocks and easing tensions with Iran.
What did President Trump do?
He threatened an airstrike on Iran, then canceled it and mentioned a possible deal.
What was the closing value of the Topix?
It closed at 3,881.96, up 51.61 points from the previous day.