Japan's stocks closed higher on Wednesday, as the yen's exchange rate continued to decline, while investors await important economic data this weekend. According to Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE), 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average ended the session up 83.14 points, or 0.22%, to 38,371.76, after falling nearly the same percentage at the beginning of the session. The broader Topix index also rose 11.32 points, or 0.42%, to close at 2,692.12. The US dollar rose nearly 0.39% against the yen at 144.51. Source: Qatar News Agency
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