The market opened with buying leading, but broke down toward the close, with the Nikkei 225 falling to ¥65,877.62. Japanese and U.S. markets were weak in response to developments in U.S. equities.
The Nikkei 225 closed at ¥65,877.62, approximately ¥486 lower than the previous day. The decline was reported at approximately 0.73%.
The TSE's 33-industry trend showed 29 industries declining and 4 advancing, resulting in generally weak market conditions. Selling gained the upper hand after buying led at the open, and losses widened toward the close.
The influence of U.S. equity markets also contributed to a more cautious trading environment in Tokyo following the Nikkei 225's decline.
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