The Nikkei 225 fell more than ¥3,500, reaching ¥64,227.58 as of 12:41 p.m., down ¥3,516.71. This report was compiled based on coverage by Kabutan News.
The Nikkei 225 extended its decline sharply, falling ¥3,516.71 as of 12:41 p.m. to ¥64,227.58, below a level close to its closing price. Selling remained dominant in the market, and major stock indexes fell rapidly during the session.
The decline was reported in a breaking news update by Kabutan News (minkabu PRESS), which said that the Nikkei 225's decline had exceeded ¥3,500.
Market movements are expected to draw further attention during afternoon trading, with investors watching individual stocks and the effects of US markets and foreign exchange.