The Nikkei 225 index gained 0.1% in early Japanese trading on Tuesday. The rise was primarily driven by strength in trading houses and financial sector stocks.
Recent volatility in the bond market, which had put pressure on equities, appeared to be easing. This stabilization provided support for Japanese stocks, allowing for a modest upward movement.
Trading houses, known for their diversified business models, and financial institutions often benefit from or react to shifts in broader market conditions, including bond yields and trading volumes. Their outperformance suggests a renewed investor confidence in the market's stability.