In Tokyo trading on the 26th, the Nikkei average fell ¥478.50 from the previous day, with the morning close at ¥62,214.66. FANUC shares rose as declines in major stocks weighed on the market, but higher oil prices and concerns about AI limited gains.
The Nikkei average continued to fall in morning trading in Tokyo on the 26th, closing ¥478.50 below the previous day at ¥62,214.66. The decline at one point came close to ¥600, as selling spread against the backdrop of lower U.S. stocks.
FANUC shares, which announced results for the April–September 2026 period on the 23rd, rose temporarily. However, persistent strength in U.S. crude oil prices and concerns about AI investment weighed on investor sentiment and failed to contain the broader market decline.
The backdrop was the elevated level of U.S. crude oil futures, which brought selling pressure, particularly in energy-related stocks. Overall market sentiment weakened.
The market decline was prolonged by a combination of higher oil prices and concerns related to AI. In subsequent reports, attention is expected to focus on movements in crude oil prices and AI investment.