TOKYO -- Japan's benchmark Nikkei Stock Average reached a new 33-year high on Monday morning as the stock market continues this year's solid performance.
Weaker yen and reforms in corporate governance also boost stocks

The Nikkei Stock Average has risen 30% so far this year, compared to 18% for the U.S. benchmark S&P 500 index. (Photo by Mayumi Tsumita)
TOKYO -- Japan's benchmark Nikkei Stock Average reached a new 33-year high on Monday morning as the stock market continues this year's solid performance.