Fresh‑Looked Take on Japan’s Market Moves
Quick snapshot: The Nikkei climbed a tiny ~0.3 %, while the wider Topix slipped a touch higher, gaining just over 0.5 % – a modest bounce after a string of downturns.
But the terrain could still shift. Fed rate‑cut jitters linger, and the city’s stocks might bite out. The home front is eye‑watering, thanks to a Friday inflation drop that could stir things up.
What’s on the Horizon?
- March inflation chart: Expected to hit 2.7 % YoY – a slight dip from February’s 2.8 %.
- Should the numbers fall flat or slosh lower, it may cue a rally in Japanese shares.
- Key players feeling upbeat: Mitsubishi UFJ, Fast Retailing, Sony Group – all riding the wave.
- Toyota’s shares nudged up 0.14 % despite a recall of roughly 211,000 Prius cars over door‑handle flaws.
Bottom line: the market’s holding up in a decent light, but keep an eye out for any Fed‑related headwinds or unexpected inflation surprises.
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