Tue, 31 Jan 2012 15:45:02 GMT
Nikkei 225 fluctuates between gains and losses on Tuesday
Japan's Nikkei Stock Average rebounded on Tuesday as Japanese industrial production output surged 4% in December, compared to predicted 2.8%. Gains, however, were limited as unemployment slightly increased to 4.6% in December amid appreciating Yen. Nikkei 225 index climbed 0.11% or 9.46 points and finished at 8,802.51, led by industrial sector. Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd. advanced 1.6%, while Hitachi Construction