Nikkei Scales Record Highs as US-China Tensions Ease and Bond Yields Rise

Key TakeawaysThe Nikkei 225 Index (^NI225) surged 1.4% to reach a fresh record high above the 59,000 mark, driven by dovish signals from the Japanese government and a tech-led rally.Japanese 10-year Government Bond (JGB) yields rose 3 basis points to 2.165%, reflecting a market balancing act between reflationary fiscal policy and cautious central bank tightening.The US Department of Justice dropped all charges against three Chinese scientists at the University of Michigan following diplomatic talks and inte ...