The Japanese stock market has climbed higher in back-to-back sessions, gathering almost 500 points or 1.2 percent along the way. The Nikkei 225 now sits just above the 39,510-point plateau and it may add to its winnings on Friday.
The global forecast for the Asian markets is upbeat, with support expected from oil, gold and technology stocks. The European and U.S. markets were up on Thursday and the Asian bourses are expected to follow that lead.
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