Nikkei 225 Turns Positive in Early Trade Amid Global Volatility
Nikkei 225 rises 0.07% as of 05:40 IST, overcoming early jitters triggered by U.S. market weakness.
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Nikkei 225 Live April 22: Crucial Early Recovery Signals Resilient Sentiment | Today’s Intraday Market Update
Nikkei 225 edged higher in early trade on April 22, 2025, recovering mildly from global pressure sparked by Monday’s U.S. equity rout. As of 05:40 IST, the benchmark Japan index stood at 34,304.45, up 24.60 points (+0.07%), indicating initial resilience despite broader uncertainty across global indices.
Intraday Snapshot – Nikkei 225 Performance
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Level | 34,304.45 JPY |
| Change (Points) | +24.60 |
| Change (%) | +0.07% |
| Time (IST) | 05:40 AM |
The modest uptick came as investors focused on bargain hunting in select sectors, even as sentiment remains fragile due to geopolitical and macroeconomic factors.
Global Backdrop: U.S. Indices Weigh on Asia
| U.S. Index | April 21 Close | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| Dow Jones | 38,170.41 | ▼ -2.5% |
| S&P 500 | 5,158.20 | ▼ -2.4% |
| Nasdaq Composite | 15,870.90 | ▼ -2.6% |
The overnight slide on Wall Street continues to weigh on global indices, though Nikkei’s early bounce signals regional divergence and localized buying support.
Sectoral Action: Early Leaders and Laggards
Gainers:
- Automotive: Honda and Toyota opened stronger amid easing yen movement.
- Banks: Resilient after U.S. rate commentary softened late Monday.
Laggards:
- Technology: SoftBank and chip-related names under mild pressure from Nasdaq decline.
- Exporters: Mixed, reacting to cautious global trade forecasts.
Comparative Intraday Performance (Asia-Pacific)
| Index | Status (As of 06:00 IST) | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Nikkei 225 | 34,304.45 | ▲ +0.07% |
| Kospi | Yet to open | — |
| Taiex | Yet to open | — |
| Hang Seng Futures | Closed (prev: +1.34%) | — |
Despite mixed signals, the Nikkei’s opening strength places Japan at the forefront of early Asian performance.
What’s Supporting Today’s Nikkei Sentiment?
- Local Buying: Domestic funds may be stepping in after recent dips.
- Currency Impact: Stabilization in JPY/USD supports exporters and automakers.
- China Watch: Traders await cues from mainland markets for further sentiment signals.
- Dow Futures: Watching for recovery signs after U.S. futures dipped in early Asia.
How the Index Could Move Through the Day
Nikkei’s initial upside suggests possible testing of 34,400 resistance if global cues stabilize. However, any weakness in Dow futures or yen volatility could drag the index back toward 34,100 support.
Intraday moves will also be shaped by investor reaction to corporate earnings, BOJ commentary, and regional risk sentiment.
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