Group 1 - The Nikkei average index broke through the 51,000-point mark, which was previously seen as a resistance level, closing at 51,832 points on January 5, 2026, with an increase of 1,493 points (3%) from the previous trading day [2][4] - The market sentiment is optimistic for the 2026 stock market, driven by strong demand for semiconductors, particularly in AI-related stocks, with SoftBank Group (SBG) seeing a peak increase of 7% during the trading session [4] - Tokyo Electric Power Holdings surged by 9% due to plans for large-scale investments to meet the rising electricity demand driven by AI proliferation, enhancing its presence as an AI-related stock [4] Group 2 - The semiconductor sector is experiencing increased buying interest, with companies like Advantest, Tokyo Electron, and Lasertec seeing significant demand [4] - Analysts suggest that overseas capital inflows are contributing to the rise in semiconductor stocks, indicating a broader trend of investment in this sector [4]
日经平均股指开门红，大涨3%
日经中文网·2026-01-05 07:51