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Nikkei Extends Breakout as Takaichi Rally Intensifies

The Nikkei 225 surged past the 58,000 mark for the first time before easing slightly into the close, as markets continued to price in the impact of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s decisive election victory. The benchmark index is now up roughly 15% year-to-date, supported by expectations of fiscal stimulus, corporate tax reform and resilient earnings momentum. The rally has not been limited to equities. In a rare alignment, the yen and Japanese government bonds also strengthened, reflecting renewed confidence in fiscal coordination and monetary stability. Analysts view this three-way move across equities, currency and bonds as a sign that investors are reassessing Japan’s macro outlook under clearer political leadership. While gains remain broad-based, some pockets of fatigue are emerging. Weak earnings from select companies have prompted short-term profit-taking, though overall participation remains strong. Technically, the index continues to trade above key moving averages, suggesting the pullback may represent consolidation rather than a reversal. Read more on how the Takaichi trade, yen movements and fiscal expectations are shaping Japan’s equity outlook

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2026-02-12 07:42:16 (GMT)

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