09 Oct 2025 | 3 Mins Read
Japan's Nikkei surges to record high on SoftBank and AI stocks
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SoftBank Group and Yaskawa Electric outperformed Japan's Nikkei by 11% and 9.5% respectively, driven by SoftBank's acquisition of ABB's robotics arm. The Nikkei climbed 1.8% to a fresh high of 48,580.44, boosted by SoftBank adding 466 points to the index's 845-point rally. Analysts warn of potential volatility amidst overheating signs.