From Nasdaq: 2025-04-17 19:34:00

The Japanese stock market rebounded on Thursday, with the Nikkei 225 finishing 1.35 percent higher. Financial, technology, and automobile stocks saw gains. However, global markets are soft amid uncertainty over U.S. President Trump’s tariffs. Wall Street closed mostly lower, with the Dow down 1.33 percent. UnitedHealth’s shares plummeted 22.4 percent on weak earnings. In economic news, U.S. unemployment claims decreased, but new residential construction fell more than expected. Crude oil futures spiked 3.5 percent. Japan will release March consumer price figures. The market is likely to head south on Friday.



Read more at Nasdaq: Lower Open Anticipated For Japan Shares