The Nikkei Average opened at ¥64,276.82, down ¥994.13 from the previous day. Weaker U.S. stocks and higher oil prices weighed on the market, with selling leading across a broad range of sectors.
The Nikkei Average started at ¥64,276.82, down ¥994.13 from the previous day, beginning lower. Weaker U.S. stocks and higher oil prices are weighing on the market.
Selling led across a broad range of sectors, with the overall market dominated by selling.