Japanese markets extend record rally

Japanese markets rallied to set another record after a broad rally on Wall Street overnight.

The Nikkei average climbed 1.32 percent to 52,518.08, led by oil-related stocks and precision tools maker Disco Corp., which soared 6.1 percent. The broader Topix index closed 1.75 percent higher at 3,538.44.

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