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Tokyo stocks extend losses in afternoon session, Nikkei average down 660 yen

Mon May 18, 2026 12:31 pm JST Market

In the Tokyo stock market shortly after the opening of the afternoon session, the Nikkei Stock Average was down approximately 660 yen from the previous trading day, widening its decline compared to the morning session close. In the foreign exchange market, the dollar was trading in the 158.90 yen range. Major Asian stock markets were broadly lower, with the exception of South Korea's KOSPI.

Source: MINKABU PRESS

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