The Nikkei index fell nearly 2%, with chip and metal stocks leading the decline

According to Gate market data, the Japanese stock market fell in early trading due to ongoing uncertainties regarding the Iran war and Federal Reserve policy outlook. The Nikkei 225 index is currently down nearly 2%, with chip and metal stocks leading the decline. Kioxia Holdings fell over 9%, and Mitsui Mining & Smelting dropped nearly 6%.

The current exchange rate of the US dollar to the Japanese yen is approximately 153.5. Investors are paying attention to the situation in the Middle East, oil prices, and bond yields.