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Market Mood
Nikkei 225 Reaches Record High as Stocks Rise 1.49% in Asia-Pacific
On Wednesday, Japan's Nikkei 225 rose 1.49% to a fresh record, while the Topix increased by 0.57%. South Korea's Kospi saw a significant jump of 4.84%, although the Kosdaq declined by 0.68%. Samsung Electronics shares increased by 6% after unionized workers approved a provisional wage agreement, reducing potential strike risks that could impact global semiconductor supply. In the U.S., the S&P 500 gained 0.61% to close at 7,519.12, reaching an all-time high alongside the Nasdaq's 1.19% rise to 26,656.18.
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Japan (NIKK) and South Korea (KOSPI) Stocks Hit Record Highs
Japan's Nikkei 225 briefly reached an all-time high of 60,013.98 before closing down 0.31%. South Korea's Kospi index hit a record low of 6,538.72, rising 1.58%. The strong corporate earnings and the U.S. ceasefire extension with Iran contributed to the bullish sentiment in these markets. Additionally, Japan's economy experienced a 1.7% growth in Q1 2023, surpassing expectations, while Samsung Electronics shares reached an intraday high of 227,000. The overall market dynamics show potential resilience despite geopolitical tensions.
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