In the Tokyo market on the morning of the 20th, the Nikkei 225 was down ¥404.35 from the previous day at ¥64,512.35, with selling particularly pronounced in AI and semiconductor stocks. The market is expected to remain volatile ahead of earnings announcements.
The Nikkei 225's morning close in the Tokyo market on the 20th was ¥64,512.35, down ¥404.35 from the previous day.
Selling is focused on AI and semiconductor-related stocks, which have a significant impact on the Nikkei 225. Inflation concerns caused by rising crude oil futures prices and a global rise in long-term interest rates are weighing on investor sentiment.
Market participants expect choppy trading ahead of earnings announcements by major companies.
The market's nervousness ahead of earnings announcements is behind this move, and AI and semiconductor stocks are expected to remain in focus.