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Nikkei Average Recovers 58,000 Yen Level in Tokyo Stock Market
The Nikkei average temporarily recovered the 58,000 yen level in the Tokyo stock market on April 15, for the first time in about a month and a half. Expectations of US-Iran talks led to lower oil prices, driving buying in Tokyo.
Nikkei Average Recovers 58,000 Yen Level After One and a Half Months
On April 15, the Nikkei average rose in the Tokyo stock market, temporarily recovering the 58,000 yen level during trading hours. This marks the first time in approximately one and a half months since March 2, shortly after the start of military operations in Iran.
Iran Situation and Oil Price Decline Drive Market Rally
Amid speculation that a second round of talks between the United States and Iran regarding the Iran situation would soon take place, crude oil futures prices declined. This drop in oil prices led to an increase in buy orders in the Tokyo market, thereby driving the stock market's upward trend.
*Source: NHK World-Japan (2026-04-15)*
