As of the end of the year, a record high has been reached for the first time in 35 years.

The Nikkei average fell for the first time in four trading days. It ended the trade at 39,894.54 yen, down 386.62 yen (volume estimated at 1.6 billion 20 million shares). Reflecting the high plateau of U.S. interest rates, there was a leading Buy in the financial Sector, including Banks and Insurance. The Nikkei average started strong at 40,325.78 yen. However, amid the decline in U.S. stocks at the end of the previous week and limited market participants at the year-end, profit-taking Sell and adjustments of positions became predominant, resulting in a turn to the downside. After that, it continued to fluctuate around 0.04 million yen. It is noted that the annual figure stands at 1989.

Fisco JapanDec 30 02:41 ET

JP Movers | Hino Motors Rose 2.61%, Leading Nikkei 225 Components, IHI Topped Turnover List

Market sentiment was stable today as Nikkei 225 components continued to trade sideways, with Hino Motors(7205.JP) being the top gainer today, rising 2.61% to close at 566.0 yen. In addition, the top loser was Nissan Motor(7201.JP)，falling 5.73% to end at 480.0 yen.

Moomoo NewsDec 30 01:50 ET

Today's flows: 12/30 Fujikura saw an inflow of JPY¥ 2.83 billion, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries saw an outflow of JPY¥ 6.04 billion

On December 30th, the TSE Main Market saw an inflow of JPY¥ 582.65 billion and an outflow of JPY¥ 678.24 billion.$Fujikura(5803.JP)$, $Mitsui O.S.K. Lines(9104.JP)$ and $Sanrio(8136.JP)$ were net

Moomoo NewsDec 30 01:45 ET

The Nikkei average is down 338 yen, with attention on Overseas economic Indicators during the year-end and New Year.

The Nikkei average is down 338 yen (as of 14:50). In terms of contribution to the Nikkei average, Advantest <6857>, Fast Retailing <9983>, and Recruit HD <6098> are among the top negative contributors, while FANUC CORP <6954>, FANUC CORP <6954>, and Kawasaki Kisen <9107> are among the top positive contributors. In the Sector, the service industry, Electric Appliances, Nonferrous Metals, Precision Instruments, and Transportation Equipment are experiencing the highest declines, while Marine Transportation, Iron & Steel, Mining, and Rubber Products are also affected.

Fisco JapanDec 30 00:51 ET

Stocks that moved or were traded in the first half of the session.

*Makino Milling Machine <6135> 10,750 yen - Nidec Corporation Sponsored ADR continues to narrow the gap towards the TOB price. *Weathernews <4825> 3,775 +450 appreciates the expanded operating profit margin in the first half of the year. *Marumae <6264> 1,695 +178 welcomes the steady recovery in Q1 earnings. *Nomura Micro Science <6254> 2,279 +235 the flow of short covering appears to be getting stronger. *Fixstars <3687> 2,086 +189 electronic component.

Fisco JapanDec 29 23:52 ET

The Nikkei average is down 368 points, with Dow Inc Futures weak, putting pressure on the Tokyo market.

The Nikkei average is down 368 yen (as of 1:50 PM). In terms of contributions to the Nikkei average, ADVANTEST <6857>, Fast Retailing <9983>, and Recruit Holdings <6098> are among the largest negative contributors, while FANUC CORP <6954>, Yaskawa Electric <6506>, and Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha <9107> are among the largest positive contributors. In the Sector, the service industry, Electric Appliances, Transportation Equipment, Nonferrous Metals, and Insurance are among the top decline rates, while Marine Transportation, Iron & Steel, Mining, and Agriculture & Fisheries are also included.

Fisco JapanDec 29 23:52 ET