Will Preemptive Price Hikes In Wake Of Iran Conflict Help Keep Nikkei Above 70,000

The Nikkei 225 index remains resilient above 70,000, supported by the stabilization of crude oil prices and proactive corporate pricing strategies.

Key Takeaways

• 1.Recent stabilization of crude oil prices is expected to boost corporate earnings across many Japanese sectors by improving terms of trade.
• 2.Companies are increasingly adopting 'preemptive' price hikes in anticipation of costs remaining at peak levels, potentially improving medium-term margins.

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• Will “preemptive” price hikes in wake of Iran conflict help keep Nikkei above 70,000?
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