Japanese Shares Rise as Election Focus Builds

Trading Economics
2026.02.05 00:51
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Japanese shares saw a rise with the Nikkei 225 Index up 0.2% and the Topix Index gaining 0.4% as investors focused on the upcoming lower house elections. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is seeking voter support for increased spending. Additionally, investors are anticipating Japan's Q4 GDP report next week. Notable stock gains included Lasertec, Toyota Motor, and Renesas Electronics, which surged 7% after announcing a $3 billion sale of its Timing business to SiTime.