Boosted by the rise in U.S. technology stocks, the Nikkei index may climb higher.

Following the overnight rise in US technology stocks, the Japanese stock market may see an increase. Expectations for demand related to artificial intelligence may continue to support the market. The Nikkei index futures on the Singapore Stock Exchange rose by 1.1%, to 71,040 points. Investors are closely watching the developments in the Middle East, as well as any comments from Japanese government officials on the weakening of the yen. The Nikkei index rose by 0.9% on Tuesday, to 70,062.32 points.