Reported 2 days ago
The Nikkei 225 index entered a technical correction, dropping 4.1% on March 31 as fears surrounding US tariffs affected exporter and chip stocks. This decline marks a 12% drop from its December high, with a stronger yen further pressuring exporters. Market sentiment waned as recent US consumer spending data disappointed, leading investors to become more risk-averse ahead of the impending tariff deadline.
Source: YAHOO