Japan's Nikkei crosses key 60,000 level for first time on tech rally
- Posted on April 23, 2026
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Japan's Nikkei crosses key 60,000 level for first time on tech rally
Japan's Nikkei share average surpassed 60,000 for the first time, initially boosted by technology stocks amid improved risk sentiment following a U.S.-Iran ceasefire extension. Despite choppy trade and early losses, the index touched a record high, though gains were concentrated in AI-related stocks, outperforming the broader market.
