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Global Market: Japan stocks edge lower after GDP growth misses forecasts

Markets-Economic Times · 1h ago · 🇮🇳 India
Global Market: Japan stocks edge lower after GDP growth misses forecasts

Japanese equities traded mostly lower as weaker-than-expected economic growth and elevated oil prices weighed on investor sentiment. Concerns over Middle East tensions, inflation and rising bond yields added to the pressure, while a weak market breadth reflected cautious investor sentiment. The Nikkei 225 and Topix both declined in early trading.

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