The possibility of buying into the sell-off was discussed as the Nikkei 225 continued to set new lows, while AI and semiconductor-related stocks weighed on the market. Moves in individual stocks and investment strategies were also reported.
The Nikkei 225 continued to trade near its recent lows, with the 15 October close reported at ¥64,425, down ¥3,318 from the previous day. AI-related, semiconductor and data-center stocks were sold, and overall market sentiment was said to have deteriorated.
The article introduces investment approaches for a falling market, including buying amid extreme pessimism and seeking stocks that rise against the trend, and cites moves in specific stocks.
Mitsui Fudosan, HEROZ and ELEMENTS are among the stocks highlighted, with coverage of their respective moves and business areas related to corporate restructuring and automation.
As examples of individual investors, Investor A reportedly said they had been able to buy throughout the opportunities, while Investor B said they would invest ¥10 million and buy on the way down. The article describes a situation in which worsening supply and demand in the market was cited as a factor behind the share-price decline.