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Japan's Nikkei drops to three-week low following Wall Street sell-off

Japan’s Nikkei 225 index dropped, reflecting global market anxiety. The index fell after initially dipping. This decline comes amidst broader market weakness, which also saw the Topix index fall. The sell-off has placed almost all sectors under pressure, reflecting widespread concerns in the market. Looking at the charts, we see that the technical indicators are also painting a bearish picture. The MACD histogram has been deepening in negative territory, suggesting momentum is clearly in favor of the bears. The moving averages are sloping downward, with the shorter-term MA crossing below the longer-term one, indicating the potential for continued selling pressure. Market participants are likely reacting to broader macroeconomic concerns, including potential global slowdowns and monetary policy uncertainties. For now, our analysts believe that the downward trajectory in the Nikkei may persist unless there is a major shift in either the domestic or global economic outlook. Read more to find out why Nikkei drops.

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Disclaimer:

As uncertainty continues to grip markets, it’s possible that risk-averse trading will persist, particularly in sectors exposed to global demand cycles such as technology and energy. Meanwhile, defensive sectors and companies with positive internal developments, like Fuji Soft and Nitori Holdings, may continue to offer isolated pockets of resilience. Risk management is advised to complement these releases closely for further indications of market trends.

Publication date:

2024-09-16 14:28:55 (GMT)

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