The Nikkei Stock Average opened lower on the 30th in the Tokyo stock market. The opening level was ¥64,344.37, down ¥315.10 from the previous day, as selling led on declines in U.S. tech stocks.
The Nikkei Stock Average opened lower, with the level at the start of trading standing at ¥64,344.37, down ¥315.10 from the previous day.
Major U.S. stock indexes were weak following their declines the previous day, prompting selling in leading Japanese stocks as well. Trends in U.S. tech stocks have had a particularly strong impact. Some market participants believe this has weighed on investor sentiment.
In after-hours trading in the U.S. market, Amazon.com and Intel shares fell, while Nasdaq-100 futures also remained weak.