Tokyo Stock Market Outlook for December 1, 2025: Nikkei 225, Yen Intervention Risks, BOJ Hike Bets and Micron’s AI Chip Gambit
The Nikkei 225 closed Friday at 50,253.91, up 0.2% on the day but down 4% for November, its worst November since 2011. International Nikkei futures point to a slightly firmer open. The dollar trades near ¥156 after its weakest week in four months, with Japan warning of possible FX intervention. Tokyo inflation sits at 2.8% as speculation grows over a December BOJ rate hike.