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Conversation: Nikkei 225 sets record high, closes above 48,000 NHK

A: Hey there! Got any ideas about what's happening with stocks today?

B: Not really, what's up?

A: Tokyo's main stock index just hit another record high! Isn't that cool?

B: Whoa, really? What do you mean?

A: Well, the Nikkei 225 finished above 48,000 for the first time ever. Investors are buying shares related to chips because there's more demand for AI computing now.

B: Ah, so that's why! I heard something about it on Wall Street too.

A: Yeah, exactly! And guess what? The Nikkei index has been reaching new highs for three days straight!

B: That sounds exciting! What happened on Monday though?

A: Oh, the new leader of Japan's main ruling party said they would spend more money. That's why the market went up by 4.7% that day!

B: Wow, looks like things are looking good for investors in Japan then!

A: Definitely! And the TOPIX index also hit a record high for the fourth day straight today.

B: Incredible! I should really start paying more attention to these stock news...

A: Yeah, it can be tricky but if you keep track, it could help you make some smart investments! Have a great day!
Summary
Tokyo's Nikkei 225 index reached an all-time high of over 48,000 points, with investors buying shares in chip-related stocks due to increased demand for AI computing. The market surged by 4.7% on Monday following the new leader of Japan's main ruling party announcing plans to spend more money.
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ID: 7b9cd71d-dde2-4ae6-8413-9b102eb137d5

Category ID: conversation_summary

URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20251009_B4/#conversation

Date: Oct. 9, 2025

Created: 2025/10/09 19:10

Updated: 2025/12/08 00:52

Last Read: 2025/10/09 19:53