According to commentary by Ozaki Yaya (尾崎 也弥) of Nikkei QUICK News, the yen was strengthening as of 15:15, while rising interest rates were also weighing on the market.
A report around 15:15 said that the stronger yen and rising interest rates were weighing on the market.
In the view of Ozaki Yaya (尾崎 也弥), who provided the commentary, both the stronger yen and rising interest rates were cited as factors affecting the investment environment.