Nikkei Stock Average surpasses 70,000 yen for the first time
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Tokyo Stock Market
Tokyo, Japan
June 16, 2026
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The Nikkei Stock Average exceeded 70,000 yen during trading on the 16th. The rise was supported by the Bank of Japan's interest rate hike, which was in line with market expectations.
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