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Nikkei Fades as Yen Breaks 163: Banks Lead a Split Tape, Short-Sell Ratio Hits 43%

August 23, 2026July 22, 2026 by TKCB Editorial

Tokyo surrendered an early tech-led rally on Tuesday, with the Nikkei 225 slipping 0.18% to 66,115.60 while banks and trading houses pushed TOPIX higher. The yen sank to 163.05 per dollar, JGB yields ground higher, and the TSE short-selling ratio jumped to 43.0% — the top of its recent range.

USD/JPY and Japan’s Exporters: Reading the FX–Equity Link

August 23, 2026July 22, 2026 by TKCB Editorial

Why a weaker yen historically lifts Toyota, Sony, and the Nikkei — and when it stops working. A practical guide to the translation channel, assumed exchange rates, and reading USD/JPY alongside the Tokyo close.

Nikkei Surges 2.2% to 68,751 as Chip Stocks Roar Back on Soft US Inflation

August 23, 2026July 15, 2026 by TKCB Editorial

The Nikkei 225 jumped 2.24% to 68,751.51 on Wednesday as semiconductor names led a broad rally after softer-than-expected US inflation data. The short-sell ratio held at 39.3%, and JGB long yields fell sharply.