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Nikkei 225¥69,128.61-4.47%

The Nikkei 225 index closed down 4.47% at 69,128.61 points in the last session, retreating from a recent record high. This significant decline was driven by a sell-off in AI-related stocks, notably SoftBank Group which fell over 12%, following reports of a potential delay in OpenAI's IPO. Profit-taking after recent rallies and concerns over rising inflation in Tokyo, which could lead to further Bank of Japan interest rate hikes, also contributed to the broader market weakening.

Top risers

Nikkei 225 constituents with the largest percentage gains in today's session. Significant moves often follow earnings surprises, analyst upgrades, or broader sector catalysts. A stock appearing here is not a recommendation to buy; it simply means something noteworthy occurred.

8002Marubeni Corp.

6952Casio Computer Co., Ltd.

3401Teijin Ltd.

¥1,657+1.6%

2768Sojitz Corp.

8031Mitsui & Co., Ltd.

Top fallers

Nikkei 225 constituents with the steepest percentage declines in today's session. Sharp drops can follow poor earnings, analyst downgrades, or adverse news. Context matters: a 5% fall in a volatile stock is routine, while the same move in a defensive name is unusual.

7205Hino Motors, Ltd.

4704Trend Micro Inc.

6674GS Yuasa Corp.

7974Nintendo Co., Ltd.

6098Recruit Holdings Co., Ltd.

¥10,950−2.6%

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