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Daily Brief Thematic (Sector/Industry): Japan Weekly | Stocks Surge; Retail Rises; Heavies Hover and more

In today’s briefing:

  • Japan Weekly | Stocks Surge; Retail Rises; Heavies Hover


Japan Weekly | Stocks Surge; Retail Rises; Heavies Hover

By Mark Chadwick

  • US Markets: Economic indicators showed signs of slowing, with the ISM Services index contracting and lower-than-expected job growth, hinting at cooling inflation and potential Fed rate cuts.
  • Japan’s Market: TOPIX and Nikkei surged, buoyed by expectations of positive retail earnings and strong performance in the broader market.
  • Key Stock Moves: Mercari and MHI saw significant gains due to strategic shifts and favorable sector outlooks, while Ain Holdings fell on acquisition concerns.

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