The Nikkei Average closed at ¥64,325.64, down ¥1,889.70 from the previous day, while USD/JPY moved to around ¥159.61 during the afternoon session in Tokyo.
The Nikkei Average closed at ¥64,325.64, down ¥1,889.70 from the previous day. Trading remained on a downward trend during the day, with selling apparently continuing through the end of the session.
During Tokyo trading hours, USD/JPY was reported to have moved toward around ¥159.61 as of 3:00 p.m., reflecting a stronger dollar and weaker yen.
The news report gives the Nikkei Average's closing level together with the exchange rate at that time, presenting currency and equity market movements side by side.
The article was published and updated on 2 September 2026, recording information from the 3:00 p.m. hour on the same day as the data available at that time.