In a surge of optimism, Japan’s Nikkei index reached its highest point in a month on Wednesday, climbing 1.75% to 33,799.41 during the mid-day session. This notable upswing, marking its peak since November 20, was fueled by diminishing caution surrounding the Bank of Japan’s (BOJ) policy stance.
Market analysts pointed to the absence of any indications from BOJ Governor Kazuo Ueda regarding the timing of an exit from the central bank’s negative rate policy. Shuutarou Yasuda, a market analyst at Tokai Tokyo Research Institute, remarked, “He gave us no clue even whether the BOJ is getting close to making such a change.”
In a widely anticipated move, the BOJ decided to maintain its ultra-loose policy on Tuesday. The central bank opted to await further evidence on whether wage and price increases would justify a departure from its massive monetary stimulus measures.
The Japanese market found additional support from Wall Street’s robust performance overnight and the yen’s weakness against the dollar. The Federal Reserve’s dovish policy pivot from the previous week continued to resonate, contributing to Wall Street’s extended rally.
Uniqlo-brand clothing shop operator Fast Retailing emerged as a top performer among individual stocks, surging by 3.84% and providing the most significant boost to the Nikkei. Silicon wafer maker Shin-Etsu Chemical followed suit with a 4.5% jump, while air-conditioning maker Daikin Industries rose by 3.73%.
Toppan Holdings experienced a remarkable gain of 9.76%, claiming the top percentage spot on the Nikkei after Daiwa Securities raised its rating for the printing firm to “outperform.”
The broader Topix index also witnessed a positive trend, rising by 1.08% to 2,359.05, with Toyota Motor leading as the top gainer with a 1.78% increase.
In a widespread uptrend, all but two of the 33 industry sub-indexes saw gains, with machinery makers taking the lead with a 2.32% advance. Notable performers in this category included Komatsu and Kubota, rising by 3.18% and 1.55%, respectively.
By: Delino Gayweh
Serrari Financial Analyst
December 19, 2023
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