https://cdnph.upi.com/ph/st/th/4721777064734/2026/upi_com/e0cac6b9a11ff322d7945a65a7f82f72/v1.5/Japans-Nikkei-briefly-tops-60000-for-first-time.jpg" /> Japan's Nikkei 225 Stock Average briefly topped 60,000 for the first time, setting a record milestone as AI and semiconductor-related shares led gains.