Japanese equities advanced, led by gains in chip-related stocks, despite ongoing uncertainty stemming from US-Iran tensions. Lasertec rose 4.0%, while Rohm Semiconductor Group climbed 3.6%. Investors are closely monitoring developments in the Middle East and the ongoing corporate earnings season in Japan. Fanuc is scheduled to report its quarterly results later on Friday. The Nikkei 225 index gained 0.6%, closing at 59,502.77 points.
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