On Monday, July 7, Tokyo’s stock market fell due to uncertainty over possible new US tariffs.
- The Nikkei average dropped 223.20 points, closing at 39,587.68.
- The broader TOPIX index fell 16.23 points to 2,811.72.
- Trading volume was about 1.35 billion shares.
Market experts say the possibility that President Trump may send tariff notices to up to 15 trade partners caused worries, especially about export-related stocks like car makers. Many investors sold these stocks but others held back, waiting to see what the actual tariff measures will be. This kept price moves limited overall.
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