Japan's Nikkei Gains for Third Session

2026-04-07 00:45 By Jam Kaimo Samonte 1 min. read

The Nikkei 225 rose 0.7% to above 53,700, while the broader Topix gained 1% to 3,681 on Tuesday, with the Nikkei climbing for the third straight session as investors weighed mixed signals on the Middle East conflict.

President Donald Trump reiterated a Tuesday deadline for Iran to strike a deal or face attacks on civilian infrastructure, though he noted ongoing talks with Tehran are progressing.

However, Iran rejected a US ceasefire proposal, demanding an end to hostilities, lifting of sanctions, and regional reconstruction as preconditions.

In Japan, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said she plans talks with Iran’s leader and a separate call with Trump amid efforts to find a path toward peace.

Among individual stocks, notable gains came from Advantest (1.4%), Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (2.3%), JX Advanced Metals (1.5%), Tokyo Electron (1.3%), and Ibiden Co (3.1%).



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