The Nikkei stock index reached a new all-time high, surpassing 41,000, marking a significant milestone in Japan's financial markets. This surge came shortly after the Bank of Japan (BOJ) ended its Yield Curve Control (YCC) policy, a move that has evidently had a profound impact on the market. The index not only hit an intraday all-time high but also closed at a record level, with a notable 2% rise in a single session. This financial achievement coincides with Japan's inflation acceleration in February, where consumer prices excluding fresh food rose by 2.8% year-over-year, up from 2% in January. The yen also rebounded as the Federal Reserve's policy appeared more dovish compared to the BOJ's recent shift.