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Japan Market Close: Nikkei Average Continues Decline, AI and Semiconductor Stocks Lead Sell-off

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Japan's market on Monday, the 24th, followed the trend of the US market from the previous Friday, with the Nikkei average stock price continuing its decline. Sell-offs were particularly prominent in AI and semiconductor-related stocks, strengthening the overall market's wait-and-see mood. Trading value on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market remained at a low level, highlighting investors' cautious stance for the day. Major Index Movements The Nikkei average closed at 65,528.09 yen, down 488.27 yen from the previous Friday's close, marking a continued decline. The rate of decrease was 0.74%. Following the decline in semiconductor-related stocks in the US market last Friday, selling pressure emerged first in AI and semiconductor-related stocks in the Tokyo market as well. The anticipation of Nvidia's earnings announcement later this week also contributed to the market's sluggish performance, fostering a wait-and-see sentiment. This suggests that in the Japanese market, which is highly dependent on major technology stocks, trends in the US market and the earnings of individual companies will continue to have a significant impact. Overall Market Trading Trends Trading value on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market fell below 8 trillion yen, reaching its lowest level in approximately three and a half months. In addition to the Nikkei average's continued decline, investors' cautious stance intensified, leading to a decrease in overall market liquidity. The fact that active trading was refrained from indicates a lack of direction in the market, reflecting investors' psychology of waiting for new catalysts. Individual Stock Movements Among individual stocks, Bengo4.com continued its sharp rise. The company's announcement in April that it would begin handling lawyer insurance through Mikata Shokaku-Tanpo, a subsidiary consolidated in April, served as positive news. Furthermore, Fanuc's stock price rebounded. Reports that the company plans to increase capital investment by 30% this fiscal year and boost production of FA equipment appear to have provided support. On the other hand, KOKUSAI ELECTRIC saw its target price lowered by Mizuho Securities, with capacity issues cited as a challenge. In contrast, Fuji Electric's target price was raised by Marusan Securities, which expressed a view of continued earnings growth, particularly in its energy division. These movements indicate that within the sector, valuations are diverging based on individual companies' challenges and growth areas. Future Outlook This week holds significant economic events, including Nvidia's earnings announcement and the Jackson Hole meeting in the US. The outcomes of these events could determine the future direction of the Japanese market. The impact on AI-related stocks, in particular, is expected to be substantial, warranting continued attention. Amidst the market's lack of clear direction, the flow of news surrounding these events will be a key observation point shaping the market's future trajectory. Sources: yomiuri.co.jp, kabutan.jp, diamond.jp, minkabu.jp
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昭和おじさん

Was it AI and semiconductor-related stocks that sold off first? I kind of get the mood of waiting and seeing until Nvidia's earnings report, you know.

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ネット弁慶花子

I know, I know. The mood might change completely with Nvidia's earnings report. Until then, I guess we wait and see.

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