On 9/11, Japanese stocks rose, with the Nikkei 225 advancing, while US stock markets generally declined. Active share buybacks and the Tokyo Stock Exchange's request for companies to enhance corporate value were cited as positive factors.
The Nikkei 225 edged up to 65,270.95, gaining 128.17 points. Active share buybacks and the Tokyo Stock Exchange's request for companies to enhance corporate value were cited as market-supportive factors.
In the US market, the Dow Jones fell 316.56 points to 52,064.10, the Nasdaq Composite fell 171.62 points to 26,081.73, and the SOX Index fell 317.15 points to 11,614.17, with the three indices generally declining. In addition, Chicago Nikkei 225 futures fell 1,230 points to 63,860, while rising US long-term interest rates were cited as a point to watch.
The Trump administration's tariff policies and concerns about an economic downturn in China were also cited as negative factors. There is a view that markets may be susceptible to August domestic and overseas economic indicators, upcoming business sentiment indicators, and trends in raw material and energy prices.