The Nikkei Average fell for the first time in 3 sessions at the 8th's open, down approximately ¥556 from the previous day. Selling was dominant, particularly in export-related stocks, amid the yen's appreciation.
The Nikkei Average opened at ¥65,843.69 on the 8th, down ¥556.15 from the previous day and falling for the first time in 3 sessions. The decline reflected the yen's move toward appreciation, in addition to a reaction to the previous day's sharp consecutive gain.
Osaka Exchange night-session futures were down ¥420 from the settlement price, while the US stock market was closed for the Labor Day holiday on the 7th.
In foreign exchange markets, the dollar was trading in the upper ¥153 range and the euro in the upper ¥178 range.