The Nikkei Stock Average fell more than ¥900 at one point in Tokyo trading, following the decline in US stocks. It opened down ¥789.10 from the previous day at ¥65,427.69, resuming its decline.
Selling led the Tokyo market, particularly in high-priced stocks, following the decline in US stocks. The Nikkei Stock Average fell sharply immediately after the opening in response to the previous day's market moves in the United States.
At the opening, the Nikkei Stock Average was down ¥789.10 at ¥65,427.69, and its decline widened at times toward the afternoon session.
Buying later emerged against the backdrop of a modest rise in US stock futures in after-hours trading, prompting some moves to gauge a market recovery, but the decline ultimately extended to more than ¥900 during the day.