In Tokyo trading on the 9th, the Nikkei Average fell ¥126.55 from the previous day to ¥65,142.78, marking its second consecutive day of decline. Crude oil futures rose as tensions in the Middle East worsened, renewing inflation concerns.
In the Tokyo stock market on the 9th, the Nikkei Average fell ¥126.55 from the previous day to ¥65,142.78, marking its second consecutive day of decline.
Crude oil futures prices rose against the backdrop of worsening tensions in the Middle East, while domestic-demand-related stocks, including retail and insurance stocks, fell amid inflation concerns. Meanwhile, some AI-related and semiconductor stocks were bought, and there were periods when buying interest emerged in the Nikkei Average.
The Tokyo Stock Price Index (TOPIX) edged down 3.69 points to 4,046.64.