Japan Market Wrap (Nov 10): Sharp Lifts FY26 Outlook on PC Rush; Nikkei 225 Rebounds; BOJ Signals Near‑Term Rate Hike; Takaichi’s Stimulus Draft Targets Growth
Sharp nearly doubled first-half net profit year-on-year and raised its full-year outlook, citing strong PC demand after the Windows 10 support cutoff. The Nikkei 225 closed up 1.26% at 50,911.76, led by semiconductor and platform stocks. Bank of Japan policymakers see a stronger case for a near-term rate hike, minutes show. A draft of PM Takaichi’s stimulus plan includes targeted tax breaks for 17 industries, with details due Nov. 21.
