---
title: "Nikkei closes above 63,000 as profits, AI demand lift stocks"
type: "News"
locale: "en"
url: "https://longbridge.com/en/news/286345891.md"
description: "The Nikkei 225 closed above 63,000 for the first time, marking a significant milestone amid market uncertainty. TOPIX companies are expected to achieve nearly 6% profit growth, fueled by demand for AI and gains in the banking sector. Additionally, Japanese investors sold foreign stocks in April due to concerns over inflation and energy costs."
datetime: "2026-05-14T02:31:18.000Z"
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  - [en](https://longbridge.com/en/news/286345891.md)
  - [zh-HK](https://longbridge.com/zh-HK/news/286345891.md)
---

# Nikkei closes above 63,000 as profits, AI demand lift stocks

Historic market milestone: The Nikkei 225 ended above 63,000 for the first time, highlighting market resilience amid uncertainty. Earnings outlook strong: TOPIX companies are projected to see nearly 6% profit growth, driven by AI demand and banking gains. Investor shifts abroad: Japanese investors sold foreign stocks in April, reflecting inflation and energy cost concerns.

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