Nikkei 225 Trades Strong on 9 April After Record-Breaking 1,876-Point Jump

Key Highlights:

The Nikkei 225 is trading strong and steady in early sessions on 9 April 2025, continuing the momentum from its explosive +1,876-point rally (+6.03%) on 8 April. The index currently hovers around the 33,000 mark, a critical psychological resistance now turning into strong support.

Opening Snapshot – Nikkei 225 (9 April 2025)

• Opening: 33,012.58
• Previous Close: 33,012.58
• Intraday High (So far): ~33,150 expected
• Support Zones: 32,800 / 32,500
• Resistance Zones: 33,300 / 33,500

The market opened flat but with bullish undertones. Investors remain confident due to continued yen weakness, export optimism, and institutional inflows.

What’s Fueling the Nikkei’s Extended Rally?

After a historic surge on 8 April, here’s why Japanese equities are still in demand:

• Yen weakness is boosting exporter earnings outlook (Toyota, Sony, Canon)
• Expectations of BOJ support amid rising global rates
• Positive earnings guidance from major Japanese corporates
• Nikkei’s breakout above 33,000 triggered technical buying

Investors are rotating into Asian safe havens and Japanese stocks are becoming the preferred destination amid global tech turbulence.

Sectoral Movers Today (Live View)

• Top Gainers:
  • Exporters: Toyota, Panasonic, Sony
  • Industrial giants: Hitachi, Komatsu
  • Banks: Mitsubishi UFJ, Mizuho showing momentum
• Mixed Performers:
  • Retail and domestic travel stocks are taking a breather
  • Defensive sectors lag slightly after profit-booking

Market Sentiment: Japan Leads Asia

While markets like TAIEX and KOSPI have struggled post-Nasdaq fall, the Nikkei 225’s strong decoupling is sending a clear signal: Japan is outperforming Asia in April.

The sharp rally and stable intraday trend today suggest institutional support and strong domestic sentiment.

Expert View: Is This the Start of a Long-Term Bull Run?

“The Nikkei crossing 33,000 is a technical and psychological breakthrough,” said a strategist at Nomura.
“If it sustains this week, we could see a fast run-up to 34,000 levels by mid-April,” added a Daiwa Securities analyst.

Conclusion: Nikkei 225 Shows No Signs of Slowing on 9 April

The Nikkei 225 continues to power ahead, proving to be the strongest performing Asian index this week. With the yen still weak and BOJ policy remaining supportive, traders may continue buying the dips — especially in large-cap exporters.

As long as the index holds above 32,800, the rally is likely to sustain.

FAQs

Q1: Is Nikkei 225 trading up again on 9 April?
Yes, the index is holding steady above 33,000 after a massive rally on 8 April.

Q2: What are today’s key levels for Nikkei?
Support at 32,800 and resistance near 33,300–33,500. Holding above 33,000 is bullish.

Q3: Which sectors are leading?
Exporters, industrials, and banks are outperforming today.

Q4: What’s driving Japanese stocks up?
Weaker yen, strong earnings forecasts, and BOJ’s dovish stance are boosting sentiment.

Q5: Is this rally sustainable?
Yes, if global cues remain stable and BOJ stays accommodative, the uptrend could continue.

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