The Nikkei Average depreciated by 413 yen (as of 14:50). In terms of the Nikkei average contribution, First Rate ＜9983＞, East Elec ＜8035＞, Recruit HD ＜6098＞, etc. are top negative contributors, while Advantest ＜6857＞, Bangnam HD ＜7832＞, Fujikura ＜5803＞, etc. are top positive contributors. In the sector, machinery, pharmaceuticals, and other financial industries, electrical equipment, and precision instruments are at the top of the price drop rate, while prices of pulp and paper, shipping, and other products are rising.
The Nikkei Average has been moving slightly. Tonight in the US, the rice import and export price index for November will be announced. Also, next week, the US Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) and the Bank of Japan monetary policy meeting on 18-19 are scheduled for 17-18, and market interest is high.
