Nikkei rises to 1-1/2-week high on strong earnings; Apple suppliers shine

TOKYO, Aug 2 (Reuters) – Japan’s Nikkei share average rose to a 1-1/2-week high on Wednesday, supported by strong domestic earnings as well as a rally among Apple’s suppliers after the iPhone maker reported robust profits. The Nikkei ended 0.5 percent …
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