Japanese stock market dropped but may find support on Monday, global markets optimistic

From Nasdaq: 2025-05-18 19:15:00

The Japanese stock market has dropped almost 1.3 percent in three sessions but may find traction on Monday. Global markets are optimistic about tariffs and trade. The Nikkei finished barely lower on Friday with mixed performances from financial shares, tech stocks, and auto producers. Wall Street ended positively, with the Dow up 0.78 percent. The NASDAQ surged 7.2 percent for the week. U.S.-China trade deal news drove buying interest. Consumer sentiment in the U.S. deteriorated in May. Crude oil futures rose 1.4 percent on Friday. Japan will see March tertiary industry activity index results today.



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