As of 3 p.m., the Nikkei Stock Average stood at ¥60,869, down ¥53, with Advantest, one of its constituent stocks, cited as a ¥156.88 drag.
As of 3 p.m., the Nikkei Stock Average stood at ¥60,869, down ¥53 from the previous day. The report also covers the overall market trend, including movements in major indices and the impact of individual stocks.
Movements in major markets, including the Dow Average and the Shanghai Composite, are also reported. The NYSE market closed at $51,461.90, down $631.21 from the previous day.
By stock, Advantest's movement was said to have contributed to the Nikkei's decline, acting as a ¥156.88 drag.