The Nikkei average ended at ¥69,042.11, down approximately ¥993 from the previous day, with AI-related and semiconductor-related stocks making major contributions. Expectations for higher interest rates also weighed on the market, which fell for a second consecutive day.
The Nikkei average ended the day in the Tokyo market at ¥69,042.11, down ¥993.60 from the previous day, and continued to fall for a second consecutive day.
AI-related and semiconductor-related stocks, which made major contributions, weighed on the market, while expectations for higher interest rates also discouraged buying.