Tokyo, Japan – February 9, 2026 – Tokyo stocks experienced a important rally on Monday, culminating in a record-breaking close for the benchmark Nikkei index. This surge is largely attributed to growing optimism surrounding potential expansionary fiscal policies following the ruling coalition’s victory in Sunday’s lower house election.
The Nikkei 225 Stock Average soared 2,110.26 points,representing a substantial 3.89% increase from Friday’s close, ultimately settling at 56,363.94. This marks an unprecedented high for the index, signaling strong investor confidence in the Japanese economy.
The broader Topix index also demonstrated robust performance, climbing 84.57 points, or 2.29%, to finish at 3,783.57. This widespread gain indicates a positive market sentiment extending beyond the headline Nikkei figures.
Concurrently, the U.S. dollar experienced a brief uptick against the Japanese yen, briefly reaching the upper 157 yen range. This movement was driven by concerns among currency traders regarding the potential impact of increased government spending on Japan’s long-term fiscal health. The anticipated policies, spearheaded by Prime Minister sanae Takaichi, are expected to prioritize economic stimulus through increased fiscal expenditure.