(The final paragraph should have read, “…end their fighting…,” instead of as sent. A substitute story follows.) Nikkei Ends above 58,000 for 1st Time since March 2 Tokyo, April 15 (Jiji Press)–Japan’s benchmark Nikkei 225 stock average rose further to close above 58,000 for the first time since March 2 on Wednesday, reflecting receding concerns over the Middle East situation. The index of 225 selected issues listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange’s Prime section climbed 256.85 points, or 0.44 pct, from Tuesday to end at 58,134.24. The broader TOPIX index was up 15.06 points, or 0.40 pct, at 3,770.33. Wednesday’s upswing was backed by expectations that the United States and Iran will hold the second round of talks in Pakistan, which serves as an intermediary, with an aim to end their fighting, market sources said. END [Copyright The Jiji Press, Ltd.]
Nikkei Ends above 58,000 for 1st Time since March 2
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