1/5/2025, 10:11:02 am

Japan's Nikkei rises ahead of BOJ decision; Advantest jumps

Japan's Nikkei share average rose 0.4% to 36,177.63 as investors awaited the Bank of Japan's interest rate decision and developments in U.S.-Japan trade talks. The BOJ is expected to keep rates steady but cut growth forecasts. Tech shares, led by Advantest's 6.3% gain, supported the index, while Murata Manufacturing dropped 15% after disappointing results.