Japan's Nikkei stock exchange passes 15,000 for first time since 2008

Japanese shares have rose past the 15,000 mark for the first time since January 2008, as the yen continues to weaken - boosting the earnings potential for exporters.

The benchmark Nikkei index rose 2% to 15,096, with carmaker Toyota and consumer electronics giant Sony leading the gains.
Posted by Unknown 5/15/2013

Japan's Nikkei tops 14,000 for first time since 2008

Japan's Nikkei has continued its surge, rising above the 14,000 mark for the first time since June 2008.

The benchmark index rose 2.8% to 14,083.26 on its first day of trading after the Golden Week holiday.

Japanese markets have jumped recently after its central bank unveiled aggressive moves, including doubling the money supply, to spur growth.
Posted by Unknown 5/07/2013