Key Facts
• Nikkei Index rose over 700 points during morning trading on October 9, 2025.
• Closed at 48,405 points, up 670 points from the previous day.
• Semiconductor stocks led the rally, driven by optimism around the new LDP leader, Sanae Takaichi.
• U.S. Nasdaq Composite hit a record high the previous day, boosting tech stocks in Tokyo.
• Major gainers included SoftBank Group and Tokyo Electron.
• Analysts warn the rapid rise may face adjustments depending on Japan-U.S. political and financial policies.
Summary
The Nikkei Index surged over 700 points during morning trading on October 9, 2025, closing at 48,405 points, a 670-point increase from the previous day. The rally, fueled by optimism surrounding new LDP leader Sanae Takaichi, saw semiconductor stocks like SoftBank Group and Tokyo Electron leading gains. The rise was further supported by a record high in the U.S. Nasdaq Composite. However, market analysts caution that the rapid growth may face adjustments depending on domestic political developments and Japan-U.S. financial policies.
