From Nasdaq: 2025-03-23 19:14:00

The Japanese stock market closed lower for two consecutive sessions, dropping almost 170 points, with the Nikkei 225 hovering just above 37,675 points. The global market forecast is mixed due to ongoing tariff concerns, with European markets down and U.S. bourses barely higher. On Friday, the Nikkei ended slightly lower, with support from financial shares and tech stocks offsetting losses from automakers. Wall Street closed slightly positive, with the Dow up 0.08%, NASDAQ up 0.52%, and S&P 500 up 0.08%. Crude oil prices rose on Friday due to geopolitical tensions and new U.S. sanctions.



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