Global Markets: Japan's Nikkei rises as oil falls before key earnings

Japan's Nikkei share average closed higher on Monday, boosted by lower oil prices. Investors remained cautious due to upcoming major earnings reports from U.S. cloud companies. Reduced concerns over crude prices supported Japanese shares, while buybacks were also anticipated. Major U.S. and Japanese companies will release their earnings this week. Chip-testing equipment maker Advantest and memory chipmaker Kioxia are among those reporting.