TOKYO: The Nikkei share average on Thursday recorded its highest year-end closing level since the bubble era of the 1980s, despite posting small losses in thin trading ahead of a four-day holiday.
The benchmark slipped 0.40% to 28,791.71, with about 12 stocks declining for every one that rose. The broader Topix lost 0.33% to 1,992.33, but also marked the best year-end close since 1989, following a 10.4% rally this year.
Already a subscriber? Log in.
Win a prize this Mother's Day by subscribing to our annual plan now! T&C applies.
Cancel anytime. No ads. Auto-renewal. Unlimited access to the web and app. Personalised features. Members rewards.
Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
