The broader Topix rose 0.18%, and 149 Nikkei stocks gained against 73 that fell; heavily weighted technology shares still pulled the Nikkei to its lowest close since July 30.
Japan’s Nikkei 225 fell for a third consecutive session on October 26. It closed at its lowest level since July 30 as chip-related shares continued to decline. Reuters said energy-linked shares gained on higher oil prices.
| Index | Close | Daily change |
|---|---|---|
| Nikkei 225 | 62,189.65 | −0.80% |
| Topix | 3,972.98 | +0.18% |
The Nikkei tracks share prices, but its stocks do not all have equal weight in the index. On October 26, 149 Nikkei stocks rose and 73 fell. Losses in heavily weighted technology shares were enough to pull the index down despite those gains. Energy explorer Inpex gained 4.90%.
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