The Nikkei Average started the afternoon session down ¥464, with market weakness continuing. Among major stocks, Nidec and Murata Manufacturing saw their share prices decline.
The Nikkei Average was down ¥464 at the opening of the afternoon session, and the broader market remained weak. The decline at the start of trading weighed on market sentiment.
By stock, Nidec and Murata Manufacturing stood out for their share-price declines, while the article did not provide specific moves for any other stocks.
The article contained no additional stock information or outlook for future price movements at this point in the market.