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Japan Indexes Rebounded Overlooking U.S. Trade Policy Uncertainty and AI
Akira Ito
24 Feb, 2026
Tokyo
Japan's benchmark indexes rebounded on Tuesday, and investors returned from a three-day holiday.
The Nikkei 225 Stock Average increased 0.9%, the broader Topix advanced 0.3%, and the yen hovered at 155.05 against the U.S. dollar.
Stocks in Tokyo overlooked overnight weakness in New York trading driven by growing concerns about the AI-related disruptions, deepening uncertainty surrounding the U.S. trade policy, and rapidly escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran.
The U.S. Supreme Court struck down emergency tariffs imposed by the Trump administration on Friday, injecting another wave of uncertainty into global markets.
Moreover, the U.S. president announced a 15% global tariff under the pretext of "payment deficit," valid for 150 days, requiring approval from Congress.
The high court ruling prompted officials in Tokyo to seek clarity from Washington about the impact of the decisions on Japanese firms and sought U.S. commitment in trade agreements.
Japan Indexes and Stocks
The Nikkei 225 Stock Average gained 0.9% to 57,339.78, and the broader TOPIX Index added 0.3% to 3,818.72.
Technology stocks led gainers in Tokyo trading, overcoming overnight jitters in New York.
Kioxia Holdings gained 8.3% to ¥22,270.0, Fujikura Ltd. soared 10% to ¥25,190.0, and Advantest Corp. increased 4.2% to ¥26,545.0.
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