index "Nikki" The Japanese decline amid expectations of a rate hike

TOKYO, June 16, 2017 (WAM) – Japan’s Nikkei index fell from a record high level during early trading today, with traders awaiting the Central Bank of Japan’s decision on monetary policy later in the day.

The Nikkei index fell 0.2 percent to 69,182.87 points, down from the all-time high of 69,682.23 points that it recorded yesterday.

The broader Topix index fell 0.3 percent to 3,986.95 points, after also reaching a historic peak in the previous session at 4,032.39 points.

155 stocks fell on the Nikkei index out of 225 stocks, while 70 rose.

-Except-

• For more: Follow Khaleejion 24 Arabic, Khaleejion 24 English, Khaleejion 24 Live, and for social media follow us on Facebook and