Nikkei Average Temporarily Drops Over 2,500 Points

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Tokyo Stock Exchange

The Nikkei stock average temporarily dropped over 2,500 points compared to the previous weekend’s closing. The Nikkei index hovered around the 33,000-yen level as of 10 a.m.

This is the first time since January that the index has fallen below 34,000 yen.