Market Overview - The Nikkei 225 index rose, surpassing the 48,300 points mark, closing at 48,325.95 points with a daily increase of 1.24% [2] - The yield on 10-year Japanese government bonds fell to 1.69%, down by 0.008 [2][3] Analyst Predictions - Major Japanese brokerage firms have raised their year-end target for the Nikkei 225 index, anticipating significant stimulus measures under the leadership of Fumio Kishida, which could drive the index to new highs [2] - Nomura Securities analysts noted that Kishida's policies are expected to boost corporate profits, raising their year-end target for the Nikkei 225 index by at least 10% [2] - Daiwa Securities increased its year-end target for the Nikkei index from 44,000 to 49,000 points, with a possibility of reaching 50,000 points within the year [2] - SMBC Nikko Securities raised its year-end target from 45,000 to 47,000 points, highlighting next-generation energy technology, cybersecurity, and defense as key sectors benefiting from Kishida's leadership [2] SoftBank Group Acquisition - SoftBank Group's stock surged by 9.44% following the announcement of a definitive agreement to acquire ABB's robotics business for $5.375 billion [4] - The acquisition has been approved by SoftBank's board and is pending regulatory approvals in the EU, China, and the US, with completion expected between mid to late 2026 [4] - ABB's robotics division employs approximately 7,000 people and is projected to generate $2.3 billion in revenue in 2024, accounting for 7% of ABB's total revenue [4]
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