Nikkei Stock Average Drops Over 1,100 Points, Closing Down 1,052 at 38,520

On February 3, 2025, Japan's Nikkei Stock Average experienced a notable decline, shedding over 1,100 points during morning trading. The index opened down by 639.83 points at 38,932.66. Throughout the morning, the drop exceeded 800 points, reaching a peak decline of over 1,100 points. By the end of the trading session, the Nikkei closed down 1,052 points, finishing at 38,520. This marked a significant downturn in the Tokyo stock market.