The Nikkei average fell sharply by more than ¥3,500, while Korean stocks triggered their 10th circuit breaker of the year. As of 12:41 p.m. Tokyo time, the Nikkei was sharply lower at 64,239.90, while the Korea Composite was down significantly at 5,527.12.
As of 12:41 p.m. Tokyo time, the Nikkei average stood at 64,239.90, down 3,504.39 points, or 5.17%, from the previous day. The Korea Composite Stock Price Index stood at 5,527.12, down sharply by 481.69 points, or 8.02%.
The source is reported to be MINKABU PRESS, and the item is a breaking report on sharp declines in both the Japanese and Korean markets.