Japan’s Nikkei share average fell over 4% due to a stronger yen after Shigeru Ishiba, perceived as a monetary policy hawk, won the prime ministerial contest. The broader Topix index also declined, and government bond yields rose. Ishiba’s stance on monetary policy remains unclear as he assumes office on Tuesday.
Concurrent Gainers: 7 stocks that gained for 5 days in a row
In the five trading sessions prior to March 7, the Sensex rose by around 1.5%, or 1,134 points, closing at 74,333. The market ended on
March 8, 2025