Nikkei 225 index surpasses 40,000 for the first time since January 27.

Nikkei 225 index surpasses 40,000 for the first time since January 27.

The Nikkei 225 Index has reached a significant milestone, surpassing the 40,000 mark for the first time since January 27, 2025. This achievement comes after a week of robust performance, with the index rising by 568.98 points or 1.50% [2].

The Nikkei 225 Index, a benchmark of the Japanese stock market, has been on a steady upward trajectory. Over the past two weeks, it has gained 661.62 points or 1.75%, marking its largest two-week point and percentage gain since the week ending May 16, 2025 [2]. This performance is notable, given that the index has been up for eight consecutive weeks, a trend that has been consistent since the week ending May 30, 2025 [2].

The recent surge in the Nikkei 225 Index can be attributed to several factors. Major Japanese companies, such as Mitsubishi UFJ Financial, Toyota Motor, and China National Pharmaceutical Group, have seen their stocks rise by over 2%, contributing to the overall index gain [1]. Additionally, ADRs (American Depositary Receipts) of companies like Hitachi Ltd, Canon Inc., and SoftBank Group have also shown significant increases, further bolstering the index [1].

Despite the recent gains, the Nikkei 225 Index has experienced some volatility. Over the past two trading days, the index has declined by 481.92 points or 1.24%, marking its largest two-day point and percentage decline since Friday, June 13, 2025 [2]. However, this dip is relatively minor compared to the overall performance over the past few weeks.

The Nikkei 225 Index is currently trading at 40,000.12, having closed at 42,224.02 on July 11, 2024, and hitting a 52-week low of 31,136.58 on April 7, 2025 [2]. The index is up 23.34% from its 52-week low, indicating a strong recovery from its recent lows. Year-to-date, the index is down 1491.31 points or 3.74%, reflecting the broader market trends over the year [2].

In conclusion, the Nikkei 225 Index's recent performance highlights the resilience and potential of the Japanese stock market. While there have been periods of volatility, the index's ability to recover and surpass key milestones demonstrates its strength. Investors and financial professionals should continue to monitor the index for further developments.

References:
[1] https://www.moomoo.com/news/post/15850468/record-tr4cking-news-default
[2] https://www.morningstar.com/news/dow-jones/202506202330/nikkei-225-index-rises-150-this-week-to-3840323-data-talk