Nikkei 225 Market Update – May 22, 2026

The Nikkei 225 closed at 63,339 (+2.68%) on the day, marking a significant rebound as it approached the upper end of its recent trading range. This surge reflects robust investor sentiment, likely bolstered by positive economic indicators and corporate earnings results, as the index continues to break through resistance levels established over the past year.

From a technical perspective, the index remains in a strong position, trading well above both the 20-day and 50-day simple moving averages (SMA), which stand at 61,064 and 57,194, respectively. The RSI(14) reading of 63.7 indicates that the index is in neutral territory, suggesting there is still room for further gains without entering overbought conditions. Over the past 52 weeks, the Nikkei has oscillated between 48,660 and 63,339, with the current closing price at the top of this range signaling potential for continued upward momentum.

Looking ahead, key levels to watch include the psychological resistance at 63,500 and the support at the SMA-20, which could provide a floor for any pullbacks. A sustained move above the 63,500 threshold could attract additional buying interest, while a drop below the SMA-20 might signal a reassessment of the current bullish trend.