日经指数或因日元走软而上涨

Group 1 - The Japanese stock market is expected to rise due to a weaker yen and signs of a strong U.S. economy [1][2] - Nikkei index futures increased by 0.5% in Singapore, reaching 51,530 points [1][2] - The USD/JPY exchange rate is at 156.90 yen, up from 156.57 yen at the close of Tokyo stock market on Thursday [1][2] - The Nikkei index fell by 1.6% on Thursday, closing at 51,117.26 points [1][2] Group 2 - Investors are focused on ongoing diplomatic tensions and upcoming U.S. employment data to be released later today [1][2]