The Nikkei Stock Average plunged by more than ¥4,300 at one point on the 6th, falling below the key 60,000 level during trading hours. The decline from the previous day was substantial, taking the index to a level not seen in about six months.
The Nikkei Stock Average plunged in the Tokyo stock market on the 6th.
The Nikkei fell by more than ¥4,300 at one point, dropping below 60,000 during trading hours.
This was its lowest level in about six months, since 20 May.