The Nikkei Stock Average fell ¥407.59 from the previous day to close at ¥64,916.70 on the 19th. Selling led the market initially, but the decline was contained.
The Nikkei Stock Average ended at ¥64,916.70 on the 19th, down ¥407.59 from the previous day. The market opened under selling pressure but subsequently narrowed its losses.
The Nikkei initially fell amid selling pressure, but the decline eased toward the end of the session, according to reports.