The Nikkei index rose by 4.7% driven by semiconductor and metal stocks.

After President Trump agreed to a two-week ceasefire with Iran, easing concerns of further escalation in the Middle East conflict, the Japanese stock market surged in early trading. Chip and metal stocks led the gains, with Advantest rising by 8.8% and Mitsui Kinzoku by 8.3%. Investors are closely monitoring developments in the Middle East situation and oil prices. The Nikkei index rose by 4.7% to 55,936.91 points.