Nikkei briefly hits 34-year high, with many Asian markets shut for Lunar New Year holiday
Asian shares were mostly higher Friday as Tokyo’s benchmark momentarily touched a 34-year high, while many regional markets were closed for the Lunar New Year holiday. Japan's benchmark Nikkei 225 rose 0.5% to 37,029.91, before closing at 36,897.42, its highest level since Feb 19, 1990. Investors were encouraged by remarks…