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Nikkei 225 & Iran

69 shared events · Importance 32 · Last updated May 15, 2026

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International
Nikkei 225: The Nikkei 225 surged significantly in response to the ceasefire and falling oil prices.
Iran: Iran, despite being battered by military actions, presented a 'workable' plan leading to a ceasefire with the United States. Iran will also be allowed to charge fees for ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz, using the funds for reconstruction.
Apr 07, 2026 · 79 articles
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International
Nikkei 225: The Nikkei 225 index soared due to growing optimism about the end of the Iran war and a surge in demand for AI-related tech stocks.
Iran: Iran has proposed reopening the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for the United States lifting its blockade and ending the war, aiming to alleviate economic pressure while delaying nuclear program discussions.
Apr 27, 2026 · 80 articles
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International
Nikkei 225: The Nikkei 225 jumped 5.4 percent, indicating a strong positive reaction in Asian markets to the ceasefire.
Iran: Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire with the United States and committed to reopening the Strait of Hormuz, which had a major impact on global oil prices and shipping. Iran also proposed a 10-point plan for negotiations.
Apr 08, 2026 · 28 articles
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International
Nikkei 225: The Nikkei 225 experienced a slight fall but has risen over 10% in the past month, supported by technology stocks and AI interest despite the Iran war.
Iran: Iran's response to the United States' ceasefire proposal was rejected by Donald Trump, contributing to ongoing war uncertainties and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, impacting global oil and gas transport.
May 11, 2026 · 9 articles
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Business
Nikkei 225: The Nikkei 225 edged up less than 0.1% as Asian shares traded mixed.
Iran: A war with Iran is threatening to drag on, making a diplomatic breakthrough with the United States elusive and impacting oil prices.
May 13, 2026 · 6 articles
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International
Nikkei 225: The Nikkei 225 showed a mixed performance, adding 0.7% and 0.6% in early trading, reflecting some positive sentiment despite broader anxieties.
Iran: Iran is engaged in a war that is threatening to drag on, impacting global oil prices and leading to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Its latest proposal for a ceasefire was rejected by Donald Trump.
May 12, 2026 · 6 articles
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International
Nikkei 225: Japan's Nikkei 225 fell, erasing earlier gains, as the country is a major oil importer and is negatively affected by rising energy costs.
Iran: Iran is a central party in the conflict, having shut down the Strait of Hormuz and rejected the United States' peace proposal. Its demands for an end to the war, lifting of sanctions, reparations, and recognition of its control over the Strait are deemed 'totally unacceptable' by the United States.
May 11, 2026 · 8 articles
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International
Nikkei 225: The Nikkei 225 fell, reflecting a general retreat in Asian stocks.
Iran: The ongoing Iran war and stalled U.S.-Iran talks are causing instability in oil prices and global energy flows, particularly affecting the Strait of Hormuz.
May 15, 2026 · 7 articles
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International
Nikkei 225: Japan's Nikkei 225 crossed 62,000 for the first time, indicating strong performance in Asian markets.
Iran: Iran is negotiating a temporary peace agreement with the United States, which is impacting global oil prices and market sentiment.
May 07, 2026 · 6 articles
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International
Nikkei 225: Japan's Nikkei 225 rose this week, although it experienced a slight fall on Friday due to SoftBank shares.
Iran: Iran exchanged fire with the United States in the Middle East, impacting oil prices and market sentiment. Iran downplayed the situation, hoping for a resolution.
May 08, 2026 · 10 articles
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International
Nikkei 225: Japan's Nikkei 225 ended lower after an initial jump, reflecting broader market uncertainty due to the geopolitical tensions.
Iran: Iran is flexing its control over the Strait of Hormuz, demanding tolls for safe passage, and is involved in a conflict with Israel-backed Hezbollah militia.
Apr 09, 2026 · 6 articles
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International
Nikkei 225: Japan's benchmark Nikkei 225 edged up 0.8%, reflecting positive sentiment in the Asian market.
Iran: Uncertainty about a potential diplomatic breakthrough between Iran and the United States, along with the war and its impact on the Strait of Hormuz, is affecting oil prices and global inflation.
May 13, 2026 · 8 articles
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International
Nikkei 225: The Nikkei 225 index experienced volatility, reaching a record high of 60,013.98 before retreating, reflecting investor uncertainty.
Iran: The ongoing war involving Iran is the primary cause of supply chain disruptions, increased raw material costs, and shipping delays, directly impacting the global condom industry and other sectors.
Apr 15, 2026 · 59 articles
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International
Nikkei 225: The Nikkei 225 index saw a slight decline amidst mixed stock market performance, influenced by broader geopolitical uncertainties.
Iran: Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that Iran will not bow down to the enemy, indicating a continued standoff with the United States.
May 11, 2026 · 9 articles
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International
Nikkei 225: The Nikkei 225 index was up 0.3% and briefly reached an all-time intraday record, supported by robust corporate results.
Iran: The ongoing war in Iran is causing oil supply losses and an energy shock, impacting global markets.
May 14, 2026 · 7 articles
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International
Nikkei 225: Japan's Nikkei 225 lingered either side of flat, reflecting market unease about the ceasefire.
Iran: Iran is a central party in the ongoing conflict and peace talks. It is asserting control over the Strait of Hormuz, demanding tolls for passage, and its lead negotiator warned that Israeli strikes and US demands could jeopardize peace talks.
Apr 09, 2026 · 6 articles
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International
Nikkei 225: Tokyo's Nikkei 225 index soared, leading a strong rally across Asia stocks, driven by hopes of a deal to end the war and stabilize energy markets.
Iran: Iran is a central party in the ongoing conflict and negotiations. It denied attacking the HMM Namu and is reviewing the US peace proposal while facing pressure from a naval blockade.
May 07, 2026 · 10 articles
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International
Nikkei 225: The Nikkei 225 index led a strong rally across Asian stocks, fueled by optimism surrounding the US-Iran peace talks.
Iran: Iran is a central party in the conflict and the peace talks. Its actions, such as blocking the Strait of Hormuz and its stance on nuclear ambitions and sanctions, directly impact global energy markets and the success of diplomatic efforts.
Apr 11, 2026 · 283 articles
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Business
Nikkei 225: In Tokyo, the Nikkei 225 gained 0.7%.
Iran: Iran's supreme leader stated the country would protect its nuclear and missile capabilities, clouding prospects for a ceasefire deal and impacting oil markets.
May 01, 2026 · 6 articles
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International
Nikkei 225: Japan's Nikkei 225 index quoted higher despite global sentiment.
Iran: Iran's peace proposal was rejected by the United States, contributing to the ongoing conflict and market uncertainty.
May 12, 2026 · 6 articles
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International
Nikkei 225: The Nikkei 225 experienced a slight decline after reaching an intraday record, influenced by corporate results.
Iran: The ongoing war in Iran is causing significant disruptions to oil supply and global inventories, leading to higher oil prices and an energy shock.
May 14, 2026 · 6 articles
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International
Nikkei 225: Tokyo's Nikkei 225 was up 0.2%, showing a positive market reaction in Japan.
Iran: The Iran war and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz were key topics. Donald Trump sought China's leverage to prod Iran into a deal, while China expressed willingness to help negotiate an end to the war and opposed tolls on vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.
May 14, 2026 · 23 articles
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Business
Nikkei 225: The Nikkei 225 (JP225) was among the stock indices traded on MEXC's TradFi futures.
Iran: Easing tensions between Iran and the United States influenced oil prices and rate expectations, leading to increased trading in precious metals and energy futures on MEXC.
May 14, 2026 · 8 articles
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International
Nikkei 225: The Nikkei 225 Index was up overall despite Calbee's shares dipping, indicating a localized impact on the broader market.
Iran: Iran's war and the resulting blockade of the Strait of Hormuz are the primary cause of naphtha supply disruptions, impacting global supply chains.
May 12, 2026 · 6 articles
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Nikkei 225: The Nikkei 225 was down as global equity markets reacted negatively to the renewed fears over the US-Iran ceasefire.
Apr 08, 2026 · 32 articles
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Nikkei 225: Japan's Nikkei 225 rose significantly after the ceasefire agreement, reflecting positive sentiment in Asian markets.
Apr 07, 2026 · 14 articles
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Nikkei 225: The Nikkei 225 rose more than 4% as trading in Asia began, reflecting the positive market sentiment following the ceasefire agreement.
Apr 08, 2026 · 34 articles
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Nikkei 225: Japan's Nikkei 225 gained by 4.5-5% after the ceasefire deal, reflecting a positive sentiment in Asian markets.
Apr 07, 2026 · 117 articles
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Nikkei 225: Japan's Nikkei 225 gained by 4.5-5% after the ceasefire deal, reflecting a positive sentiment in Asian markets.
Apr 07, 2026 · 26 articles
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Nikkei 225: The Nikkei 225 has shown mixed to little change, reflecting cautious trading in Asian markets amid the Iran deadline.
Mar 28, 2026 · 90 articles
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