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Japan's Nikkei Soars on AI Boom and Political Shift

9/12/2025

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Japan's stock market rally accelerates due to political changes and AI enthusiasm, with the Nikkei 225 index hitting record highs following Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's resignation.
The index has risen 12% this year, driven by SoftBank's 17% weekly gain and expectations of interest rate hikes.
AI investments boost Japan's semiconductor and robotics sectors, increasing market appeal.
In Canada, industrial stocks lift the main index amid hopes for lower borrowing costs, as Prime Minister Mark Carney announces fast-tracked projects to attract investment.
U.S. markets also reach new highs, anticipating a Federal Reserve rate cut.

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Japan's stock market rally accelerates due to political changes and AI enthusiasm, with the Nikkei 225 index hitting record highs following Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's resignation.
The index has risen 12% this year, driven by SoftBank's 17% weekly gain and expectations of interest rate hikes.
AI investments boost Japan's semiconductor and robotics sectors, increasing market appeal.
In Canada, industrial stocks lift the main index amid hopes for lower borrowing costs, as Prime Minister Mark Carney announces fast-tracked projects to attract investment.
U.S. markets also reach new highs, anticipating a Federal Reserve rate cut.