MarketsSoftBank among tech shares pushing up blue-chip index; caution remains as oil futures waverThe benchmark Nikkei Stock Average ended the day at 63,339.07, jumping over 1600 points. (File photo by Nozomi Okubo)JADA NAGUMOMay 22, 2026 16:17 JSTTOKYO -- Japanese stocks closed at their highest point ever on Friday as the tech rally continues amid rising hopes for the U.S. and Iran to reach a peace deal.