Nikkei Up 0.2%, Led by Heavy Industry, Chip Stocks
Japan's Nikkei Stock Average is up 0.2% at 37534.86 as gains in heavy industry and chip stocks help offset declines in carmakers. Kawasaki Heavy Industries is up 4.3% and Renesas Electronics is 2.0% higher, while Suzuki Motor is down 2.0% and Honda Motor is 1.8% lower.
The broader market index Topix is down 0.2% at 2772.70. USD/JPY is at 142.62, down from 143.21 as of Monday's Tokyo stock market close. Investors are focusing on any developments related to U.S. tariffs and the war in Ukraine. ( \n This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. ;
Source: Bloomberg