Japanese stocks hit another record Tuesday, building on the previous day's surge following the election of a pro-stimulus advocate to lead the country's ruling party, while gold also pushed to a new high amid the US government shutdown and French political upheaval.
The election of Sanae Takaichi, who is expected to become Japan's prime minister this month, came as a surprise but ramped up optimism that she will embark on a campaign on monetary easing.
