Japan’s Nikkei closes at highest level in 20 years

The Nikkei Stock Average hit a two-decade closing high on Wednesday, a milestone for the nation’s long-suffering stock market, driven by stronger earnings, an improved economy and a better environment for shareholders. The Nikkei NIK, +0.28% rose 57.76 points to close at 20,881.27, the highest c...
Japan’s Nikkei closes at highest level in 20 years