Russia & Advantest

Russia: Russia experienced a drone attack on an oil terminal in United States — St. Petersburg, Florida by Ukraine, causing a fire. This attack occurred just before an international economic forum, causing embarrassment for President Vladimir Putin.

Advantest: Advantest's shares jumped, supporting the overall rise in the Japanese stock market, fueled by the AI demand.

Russia: Russia has faced strikes on its energy sites from Ukraine and has accused Ukraine of attacking the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, indicating an escalation in the conflict.

Advantest: Shares for chip testing equipment maker Advantest gained, benefiting from the overall surge in AI-related technology stocks.