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The benchmark Nikkei 225 index gained 0.23 percent, or 49.51 points, to 21,828.25 in early trade while the broader Topix was up 0.14 percent, or 2.36 points, at 1,731.72.
The benchmark Nikkei 225 index gained 0.23 percent, or 49.51 points, to 21,828.25 in early trade while the broader Topix was up 0.14 percent, or 2.36 points, at 1,731.72.