Nikkei 225 climbs past 70,000 as AI stocks rally, correction concerns linger

Japan’s Nikkei 225 index rose above the 70,000‑point threshold. The advance was driven by a rally in artificial‑intelligence‑related equities. Market participants expressed anxiety about a possible correction. The movement reflects investor optimism in AI sector growth. The Asahi Shimbun reported the market development. Analysts note the index’s momentum despite correction worries. The performance may influence future trading strategies. Observers will monitor whether the AI rally sustains the index’s gains.