What usually affects the performance of the Nikkei 225?

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 There are numerous domestic and international influences on the Fintechzoom.Com Nikkei 225. Any changes in monetary policy by the Bank of Japan including interests rates adjustments or quantitative easing can greatly affect the investor sentiment. Economic conditions in the world such as trade relations and the need of Japanese exports also contribute. The exchange rates, especially the power or the weakness of the yen will affect the key exporters of the index. Also, company fundamentals including their earnings, innovation, and performance in the technology, automotive, and industrial sectors are all involved in the overall movement of the index.