The Nikkei index rose 1.2% driven by electronic stocks.

Thanks to the market's ongoing optimism about a potential resolution to the conflict between the US and Iran, the Japanese stock market rose. The Nikkei index increased by 1.2% to 56,591.12 points, with electronic stocks leading the gains. Shares of K-Tai rose by 6.4% and Fanuc by 4.0%. After Uniqlo's parent company Fast Retailing raised their profit forecast, their stock price increased by 6.6%. Investors are closely watching for any developments in the Middle East situation and its impact on oil prices.