Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group shares rise 1.04% intraday after launching Agentic AI and easing US tariff worries.

Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc. rose 1.04% in intraday trading. The company launched Agentic AI, which could enhance its financial services and improve operational efficiency. Additionally, Japan's Topix index hit a record high, driven by easing U.S. tariff worries and increased investor optimism about the strong performance of domestic firms. This positive market sentiment likely contributed to the stock's upward movement.