The Nikkei 225 Volatility Index rose sharply, while concern over elevated domestic and overseas interest rates and overheated market activity spread across the market. Short-term supply-demand dynamics and risk-averse moves are drawing attention.
A flash report said that the Nikkei 225 Volatility Index had risen sharply. The rise in the market volatility index suggests that short-term turmoil could spread.
At the same time, domestic and overseas interest rates were reported to be remaining elevated, prompting views that the persistence of the interest-rate environment was affecting the market. Market participants are also wary of growing signs of overheating.