Event Brief
Nikkei 225 Hits Record High After Takaichi's Win
Filed: Feb 09, 2026 at 6:04 AM ET
Summary: The Nikkei 225 index surged 3.89% to a record 57,337.07, up over 45% in a year.
WHO: Nikkei 225
WHAT: Index rises to record high
WHEN: Feb 09, 2026 at 3:56 AM ET
WHERE: Japan
WHY: Driven by Takaichi's significant victory
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