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Japanese markets end flat

04-Jul-2025, 04:29
Japanese markets swung between gains and losses before ending on a flat note ahead of the approaching trade deal deadline. Chip-related stocks rose, with Advantest climbing 1.4 percent.

The Nikkei was up 0.06% at 39,810.88, after hitting an intraday high of 40,012.66. The broader Topix was flat at 2,827.95.

The benchmark index fluctuated between negative territory and modest gains throughout the session. For the week, the Nikkei slipped 0.85%, snapping a three-week winning streak.