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Japan Nikkei Index Falls Amid Tech Sell‑off and Middle‑East Tensions
Japan's Nikkei 225 declined sharply for two consecutive sessions, losing roughly 3,500 points, about 6 percent. On Wednesday the index fell 930.73 points (1.49%) to finish at 61,434.19, with technology, automobile and financial stocks bearing the brunt of the sell‑off. Trading volume reached 449.29 million shares, valued at 47.83 trillion won.
The slump was amplified by renewed conflict in the Middle East after Iran launched surprise attacks on U.S. bases in Jordan, which sent West Texas Intermediate crude up 7 % to $84.81 a barrel. Concerns over interest‑rate outlook persisted even after the Federal Reserve left rates unchanged, though three Fed members voted for a hike. U.S. markets also slipped, adding to the negative sentiment.
Technical analysis notes that the Nikkei is now consolidating between 61,844 and 62,683. Indicators such as a higher‑high RSI and converging MACD suggest a limited bullish window if the index can break above 62,683, but a move below 61,844 would confirm continuation of the prevailing bearish trend.
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Federal Reserve · Iran · Japanese stock market · Nikkei 225 · West Texas Intermediate crude
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- [● 2 SOURCES] The Nikkei 225 fell 930.73 points (1.49%) to 61,434.19 on Wednesday. www.finanzen.at
- [● 2 SOURCES] The Nikkei 225 dropped about 3,500 points, roughly 6%, over two sessions. www.finanzen.at
- [○ 1 SOURCE] If the Nikkei falls below 61,844, the bearish trend is expected to continue. www.tradingview.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Trading volume was 449.29 million shares worth 47.83 trillion won. www.finanzen.at
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Nikkei is consolidating between 61,844 and 62,683, with RSI showing a higher high and MACD converging, indicating a possible short‑term bullish setup if it breaks above 62,683. www.tradingview.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Technology, automobile and financial shares led the losses in the Nikkei decline. www.finanzen.at
- [● 2 SOURCES] The Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged, though three members voted to raise them. www.finanzen.at
- [● 2 SOURCES] Crude oil rose 7% to $84.81 per barrel after Iran launched attacks on U.S. bases in Jordan. www.finanzen.at