Japan's Nikkei share index soared to a historic 71,000 level on Thursday. This surge followed a ceasefire agreement between the U.S. and Iran. The U.S. Federal Reserve's stance also influenced markets. Chip-related and financial stocks led the gains. Marine transportation stocks saw a decline. The Nikkei 225 index reached an intraday high of 71,293.64.

US-Iran deal lifts Japan's Nikkei average near 70,000 threshold

Tokyo, June 15 (Jiji Press)--Japan's benchmark Nikkei 225 stock average shot up to a new all-time closing high on Monday, propelled by risk appetite fueled by a U.S.-Iran…

Japan's Nikkei share index hit a new record high for the third day running on Wednesday. The index closed just below the 70,000 mark. Easing Middle East conflict worries and…