Japan's Nikkei slips from record peak amid overheating concerns
ReutersAug 14, 2025 1:28 AM
TOKYO, Aug 14 (Reuters) - Japan's Nikkei share average slipped on Thursday, pulling back from a record high seen in the previous session, as investors locked in profits following six consecutive days of gains amid growing concerns over market overheating.
As of 0009 GMT, the Nikkei .N225 was down 0.2% at 43,176.66.
The index crossed the key 43,000 metric for the first time on Wednesday.
The broader Topix .TOPX lost 0.7% to 3,069.13, on course to snap a six-session winning streak.
Shares of chip-testing equipment maker Advantest 6857.T lost 0.3% and chip-making equipment maker Tokyo Electron 8035.T fell 1.1%.
Bucking the sombre mood, technology investor SoftBank Group 9984.T jumped 4.7%.
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