Tokyo stocks fell ¥486 at the close, marking their first decline in 6 days. After rising temporarily in the morning, profit-taking selling prevailed and the market closed at the low.
At the close, the Nikkei 225 stood at 65,877.62, down ¥486.58, marking its first decline in 6 days. Although it rose temporarily in the morning, selling ultimately pushed the market lower, with the decline widening toward the end of the session.
Trading started higher in response to the morning rise, but profit-taking selling prevailed throughout the afternoon, and the Nikkei 225 closed near its low. The closing level was significantly lower than the previous day's close.
The Nikkei 225's decline stood out as an indicator of overall market conditions, and the market closed below the morning's gains. Investors are watching developments ahead.