The Nikkei 225 Index experienced a notable increase, closing at 39,646.00 yen on January 22, 2025, up by 618 yen compared to the previous day. The index had earlier reached a high of 39,604.71 yen during the morning session. This upward trend in Tokyo stocks followed a positive performance in the U.S. markets, where concerns over potential tariffs proposed by former President Donald Trump eased, resulting in gains across major indices. The market's reaction reflects investor sentiment as they assess Trump's tariff plans and their implications for trade. On January 21, the Nikkei closed at 39,027.00 yen, having risen by 125 yen. The fluctuations in the index were influenced by ongoing uncertainty surrounding Trump's trade policies, which had initially caused volatility in the markets.