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Nikkei 225 Market Update – May 21, 2026

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Nikkei 225 Market Update – May 21, 2026

Published: May 21, 2026  ·  MarketsFN Team

IndexPriceChangeRSI(14)SMA-2052W High52W Low
Nikkei 22561,684+3.14%55.060,83863,27248,626

The Nikkei 225 closed at 61,684 (+3.14%) on the day, marking a significant rebound as investors reacted positively to recent economic data and corporate earnings reports. This upward movement pushed the index closer to its recent high of 62,044, indicating strong bullish sentiment and a potential shift in market dynamics.

From a technical perspective, the Nikkei is currently above both its 20-day simple moving average (SMA) of 60,838 and its 50-day SMA of 57,040, suggesting a robust upward trend. The Relative Strength Index (RSI) at 55.0 is in neutral territory, indicating that there is still room for further gains without entering overbought conditions, while the index remains well within its 52-week range of 48,626 to 63,272.

Looking ahead, key levels to watch include the immediate resistance at 62,044 and the psychological support at the 60,000 mark. A sustained close above the recent high may signal further bullish momentum, while a failure to hold above the key support could prompt a reassessment of market strength.

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