Japan’s Nikkei 225 index jumps 4.5% after Prime Minister Takaichi’s ruling party wins a stronger majority in election.

TOKYO (AP) — Japan’s Nikkei 225 index jumps 4.5% after Prime Minister Takaichi’s ruling party wins a stronger majority in election.

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