The Nikkei stood at ¥70,179 as of 13:00, down ¥504, with Advantest's decline cited as a major factor. Developments in U.S. stocks and other markets were also reported.
As of 13:00, the Nikkei stood at ¥70,179, down ¥504. The decline from the previous day's level indicates that the impact of individual stock factors is continuing.
Advantest moved significantly among individual stocks, with its negative contribution to the Nikkei reported at ¥181.23. This was one factor pushing the Nikkei lower.
Movements in other markets at the same time were also listed, including the New York Dow at +11.74 at the close and the Shanghai Composite at +11.74. Developments in Japan, the United States, and Europe continue to affect the outlook for the Nikkei.