Boosted by continued enthusiasm for AI, the Nikkei Index may rise.

Golden Ten Data, May 21 — With enthusiasm for the ever-growing AI-related demand persistently high, the Japanese stock market is likely to rise. Nikkei Index futures on the Singapore Exchange climbed 2.1% to 61,170 points. Chip company Nvidia reported record sales and profits on Wednesday. Hopes for a potential peace agreement between the US and Iran may also support the market. Investors are still watching developments in the Middle East. On Wednesday, the Nikkei Index fell 1.2% to 59,804.41 points.