Japan’s Nikkei share average plunged 4% on Wednesday, its worst session in seven months, mirroring Wall Street’s sharp overnight declines. High-flying technology stocks like SoftBank Group and Advantest led the fall, though analysts suggest it’s a reaction to recent gains rather than a market exit. Nintendo, however, jumped on an improved sales forecast.
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September 25, 2026