Japan’s Nikkei rises as weaker yen spurs car maker rally; banks slide
The Nikkei ended the day up 1.23% at 32,700.94. Of the index’s 225 components, 198 rose, while 25 fell and two were flat. The broader Topix added 0.84% to 2,281.18. Transport equipment makers gained 1.65% to be among the top three industry sectors on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.
