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Nikkei 225 forecast as yen soars; Softbank, Nissan, Honda earnings ahead


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Published in Stocks and Investing on Sunday, February 9th 2025 at 8:01 GMT by MSN   Print publication without navigation

  • The Nikkei 225 index, which includes the biggest Japanese stocks, has remained under pressure this year as the Japanese yen and government bond yields rose. The index retreated to a low of
  • 38,400, down 5.

The article from MSN Money discusses the current state and future expectations for the Nikkei 225 index amidst a strengthening Japanese yen. The Nikkei 225 has experienced a significant drop, influenced by the yen's appreciation which impacts the earnings of Japanese exporters when repatriated. Key companies like SoftBank, Nissan, and Honda are highlighted as their upcoming earnings could sway the market. SoftBank's performance is closely watched due to its tech investments, particularly in AI and semiconductors. Nissan and Honda, major players in the automotive industry, are expected to report on how they are navigating global supply chain issues, EV market competition, and currency fluctuations. Analysts are mixed on the Nikkei's short-term outlook, with some expecting a rebound if earnings are strong, while others caution about ongoing economic pressures from a strong yen and global economic conditions.

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