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Chubu Electric Power Co. shares fell 8.2% after the company announced an investigation into potential misconduct in compiling safety data for its Hamaoka Nuclear Power Plant. An independent panel will review the selection of earthquake data submitted to Japan's nuclear regulator, impacting the restart of two reactors at the site, which has been offline since the 2011 Fukushima disaster.

This issue may further delay plans and affect Japan's nuclear energy strategy amid concerns about safety inspections. Currently, Chubu Electric shares are priced at 2,270.50 yen ($14.50). In related news, US stocks rose, driven by technology shares, while geopolitical tensions regarding Venezuela influenced oil and gold prices. Key US economic data is expected this week, including the December jobs report and housing starts.