Nikkei 225 closed up 0.29%

Nikkei 225 closed up 0.29%

The Nikkei 225 closed up 0.29% on July 2, 2025, amidst a backdrop of global market volatility. The Tokyo Stock Exchange index rose by 0.27% after a day of mixed performance. Among the high-volume stocks, Lasertec semiconductors and Disco experienced significant drops, while SoftBank Group, Tokyo Electron, and 7& I Holdings also saw declines. Conversely, Mercari software and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries saw increases [1].

The day's performance was influenced by several factors, including geopolitical tensions and shifts in global economic policies. Additionally, the recent decline in Bitcoin prices may have contributed to the overall market sentiment. Despite these challenges, the Nikkei 225 managed to close with a positive gain, indicating resilience in the face of uncertainty.

The Nikkei Volatility Index, which measures the implied volatility of Nikkei 225 options, decreased by 2.24% to 22.27, reaching a new 1-month low. This suggests a reduction in market anxiety and a potential stabilization in the equity market. Crude oil prices for October delivery and Brent oil for November delivery also experienced slight increases, while the December Gold Futures contract saw a more substantial gain. The USD/JPY exchange rate fell by 0.05%, while the EUR/JPY rate rose by 0.29%. The US Dollar Index Futures also showed a decrease of 0.15% [2].

In related news, Japan-based Metaplanet has expanded its Bitcoin treasury, acquiring 1,009 bitcoins to reach a total of 20,000 BTC. This purchase positions Metaplanet as the sixth-largest public Bitcoin treasury globally and the largest in Japan. The acquisition was funded through capital market activities, including share issuances and operating income. Despite a 54% stock price drop since mid-June, Metaplanet remains committed to its Bitcoin accumulation strategy [3].

Bitcoin prices experienced a significant drop, trading around $108,790 after falling to an intraday low of $108,500. The flagship cryptocurrency failed to cross the $113,000 resistance, with selling pressure dragging it to multi-week lows. The recent decline in Bitcoin prices may have contributed to the overall market sentiment, influencing the performance of the Nikkei 225 [4].

In conclusion, the Nikkei 225 closed with a positive gain of 0.29% on July 2, 2025, despite global market volatility and a decline in Bitcoin prices. The resilience of the Nikkei 225 suggests a stabilizing market sentiment, while the decrease in Nikkei Volatility Index indicates a reduction in market anxiety.

References:
[1] https://www.moomoo.com/news/post/14974860/record-tr4cking-news-fed-upheaval-sows-new-uncertainty-about-path-of-rates-wsj
[2] https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/japan-stocks-lower-at-close-of-trade-nikkei-225-down-122-4217825
[3] https://www.ainvest.com/news/bitcoin-news-today-metaplanet-bitcoin-bet-stock-dilution-fuel-2-1b-treasury-2509/
[4] https://bitzo.com/2025/08/bitcoin-price-analysis-btc-loses-momentum-slips-below-110000-yet-again