The Nikkei Stock Average fell at the start of trading, briefly posting a sharp loss of more than ¥1,000. AI and semiconductor-related stocks were sold amid the market trend following US market movements, while retail-related stocks also rose, apparently supported by falling crude oil futures.
The Nikkei Stock Average fell as soon as trading began today, at one point recording a decline of more than ¥1,000. The pullback from the sharp rise the previous day was also cited as a contributing factor.
In the US market, the Dow hit a new high while the Nasdaq fell, and this trend affected trading in the Tokyo market. Selling was particularly pronounced among AI and semiconductor-related stocks.
Crude oil futures prices have fallen in response to developments in the Middle East. This may have helped some sectors, including retail, support the market.
The report supplements coverage by ABEMA TIMES by conveying movements in the Nikkei Stock Average and changes in the market environment.