Stock market losses widened in afternoon trading, with the Nikkei Average temporarily falling by more than ¥1,100.
According to a report by Kobe Economic News, stock market losses widened during afternoon trading. In particular, the Nikkei Stock Average's decline accelerated, and the report said that investors' risk-off sentiment strengthened further.
The article focuses on the afternoon market volatility, particularly the Nikkei Average's temporary decline of more than ¥1,100. It does not discuss the movements of individual stocks, the causes or the outlook, but points out that the market recorded a substantial decline during afternoon trading.