The Nikkei 225 is Japan's leading stock market index, tracking 225 large, publicly traded companies on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. It serves as a crucial...
The Nikkei 225 is Japan's primary stock market index, composed of 225 top-tier companies listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE). It's a price-weighted index, similar to the Dow Jones Industrial Average.
It is a price-weighted index, meaning companies with higher share prices have a greater impact on its value. The sum of the stock prices of its 225 components is divided by a divisor, which adjusts for stock splits and component changes.
It is considered a key barometer of the Japanese economy and often reflects investor sentiment in Asia. Its performance can influence global markets and provide insights into economic trends, corporate health, and international trade.
The index includes a diverse range of leading Japanese companies from various sectors, such as technology, automotive, finance, manufacturing, and retail, representing the breadth of the Japanese economy.