# Equity markets in Japan reopened on a strong note after being closed for three public holidays.

*fintech · news · 2026-05-07 · Free Press Journal*

## Key points

- Brent Crude oil futures have surpassed $100 per barrel amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.
- The Nikkei 225 reached an all-time high, led by electronics and technology stock gains.
- Softbank Group Corp. shares surged up to 15% intraday during Japan's market reopening.
- Bank of Japan minutes note uncertainties about the war's duration before revising economic outlook.
- BOJ committee expects persistent inflationary pressure due to elevated crude oil prices.

**Companies:** Softbank Group Corp., Renesas Electronics, Daikin Industries, Mitsui Kinzoku
**Countries:** Japan, South Korea, United States, Iran

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