The Tokyo stock market fell back, with the Nikkei closing ¥647.26 below the previous day's level. Trading volume exceeded approximately 25.1 billion shares, while TOPIX fell 40.98 points.
On the 2nd, the Nikkei fell back in the Tokyo stock market, as profit-taking selling prevailed following the gains through the previous day. The closing level was not 598?, but ¥68,309.46, down ¥647.26.
TOPIX, which reflects the overall market trend, fell 40.98 points to 4,091.00, while trading volume was approximately 25.11171 billion shares.
The article reported the view that profit-taking selling pushed the market lower, but did not mention specific stocks or sector-by-sector trends.
The article did not discuss the market outlook, and further updates are considered necessary.