The Japanese stock market showed positive momentum today, with the Nikkei 225 index rising by 2.17%. Over the past 30 days, the index has gained 4.31%, reflecting a robust recovery in investor sentiment. In terms of market performance, the advance-decline ratio indicates a healthy breadth, with 1,884 stocks advancing compared to 1,556 declining, resulting in an overall ratio of 1.21x. Among large-cap stocks, 89 advanced while 85 declined, yielding a narrower ratio of 1.05x. Mid-cap stocks performed well, with 149 advancing against 115 declining, leading to a stronger ratio of 1.3x. Small-cap stocks also showed resilience, with 939 advancing and 732 declining, resulting in a ratio of 1.28x. Highlighting individual performances, Murata Manufacturing Co. Ltd. led large-cap gainers with a return of 11.26%, while Sanrio Co., Ltd. lagged with a decline of 3.77%. In the mid-cap segment, Taiyo Yuden Co., Ltd. surged by 20.03%, while SKY Perfect JSAT Holdings, Inc. fell by 6.01%. Small-cap stocks saw Nippon Care Supply Co., Ltd. rise by 23.14%, while Fixstars Corp. dropped by 10.97%. Overall, the market's upward trend signals a positive outlook for investors.