The Nikkei average stood at ¥65,361.60 at the midday close on the 31st, down ¥1,043.96 from the previous day. Trading activity among individual stocks picked up, with 日本一ソフト temporarily hitting the daily limit-up. GungHo’s share price rose sharply, and reports of a capital and business alliance indicated that SME was set to become the largest shareholder.
The Nikkei average fell sharply at the midday close on the 31st, ending the morning session down more than ¥1,060 from the previous day. Across the market, declining stocks outnumbered advancing stocks.
日本一ソフト temporarily reached the daily limit-up during the session, drawing increased attention to its earnings outlook. Details of its performance were based on a report issued before the close.
GungHo Online Entertainment rose sharply for a second straight session. Following reports of a capital and business alliance, SME was reported to be set to become the largest shareholder. This also drew attention to movements in related stocks.