The Nikkei remained range-bound in negative territory in the middle of the afternoon session on the 26th, as investors continued to find it difficult to establish new positions. Declines in AI and semiconductor-related stocks weighed on the market, while some investors also sought to buy back positions.
The Nikkei Stock Average remained range-bound in negative territory as of 14:00, continuing to lack direction after falling sharply from the morning session at the start of afternoon trading.
The Nikkei traded from a level 491.13 points lower than the previous close at the start of the afternoon session. TOPIX rebounded after opening lower and moved into positive territory at 3979.34 points.
Tokyo Electron was down about 3% as of 10:15, and declines in AI and semiconductor stocks were a notable drag on the broader market. At the same time, non-technology stocks showed firmness across the market.
Trading volume was 942.81 million shares and turnover was ¥3.2454 trillion. By sector, nonferrous metals, electrical equipment and machinery declined, while mining, oil and coal products, and wholesale trade rose.)