The Nikkei Average was approximately ¥1,760 lower than the previous day, closing at ¥67,460.73. As of 15:00 in the Tokyo market, USD/JPY was around ¥159.73.
The Nikkei Average closed at ¥67,460.73, down ¥1,759.52 from the previous day. Selling prevailed in the market, and the decline widened throughout the day.
USD/JPY was trading around ¥159.73 as of 15:00 in the Tokyo market. As a result, movements in domestic equities and foreign exchange both reflected a risk-averse stance in the market.
This article briefly reports the Nikkei Average's closing level and the current state of the foreign exchange market. Subsequent updates are expected to focus on developments in individual stocks and other markets.
Movements in the Nikkei Average and the level of USD/JPY could affect investors' risk appetite and allocation of funds. At this stage, no causal relationship has been established.