The Nikkei 225 fell again as selling in US technology stocks spread worldwide. Attention is focused on future developments amid growing concerns about higher interest rates.
The Nikkei 225 reportedly fell for a second straight session during trading hours, affected by spreading selling in US technology stocks. As investors increasingly sought to avoid risk, trading became more active at times.
Market participants believe that a risk-off mood is spreading against a backdrop of global concerns about higher interest rates and are closely watching future developments. The extent of the spillover could vary depending on movements in US interest rates and the response of related markets.