TOKYO, 18th June, 2026 (WAM) – Japans Nikkei index surged above the 71, 000-point threshold for the first time on Thursday, led by gains in semiconductor-related stocks. The benchmark Nikkei 225 advanced 1. 88 percent to 71, 219. 45 points after reaching an intraday record high of 71, 293. 64 points. The. .



