SoftBank (9984) Shares Gain 16.5% as Nikkei 225 Hits Record Highs

Shares of SoftBank Group (9984) increased by 16.5% amid a tech-driven rally, correlating with Japan's Nikkei 225 reaching record highs. This surge followed a reopening of Japanese markets after an extended holiday, with increased investor activity following strong performances in the U.S. tech sector. Notably, semiconductor companies like Advantest and Tokyo Electron also saw gains of 7.8% and 9.2%, respectively. The rally reflects growing optimism around demand for data center infrastructure linked to artificial intelligence advancements.