Technology shares lift Nikkei to highest close since July
The Nikkei and Topix ended the session higher.
Prepared by Akhbar Al Watan News 24
Japan's Nikkei closed at 69,946.4 points, up 2.4%, on October 5, its highest close since July 1, according to Qatar News Agency.
The broader Topix rose 1.33% to 4,145.22. Chip- and AI-related companies contributed to gains, alongside bank shares. The figures describe that session and are not forecasts for subsequent trading.