The Nikkei average closed 208.25 yen lower in the Tokyo market, with risk-off sentiment continuing amid a sharp fall in Kioxia shares.
The Nikkei average closed at 63,081.86, down 208.25 yen from the previous day.
Selling prevailed across the market overall, and risk-averse activity intensified.
The sharp decline in Kioxia’s share price was reported as a primary factor prompting more cautious investment decisions.
Investors are watching future market trends and movements in individual stocks, with the persistence of risk-off sentiment being emphasized.