The Nikkei Average is down 882 yen (as of 14:40). In terms of the Nikkei Average contribution, First Retail <9983>, Toho Electric <8035>, Advantest <6857>, etc., are among the top negative contributors, while Daikin <6367>, Eisai <4523>, Sumitomo Mining <5713>, etc., are among the top positive contributors. In sectors, air transportation, electric appliances, insurance, banking, and retail trade are among the top decliners, while mining, oil & coal products, iron & steel, and real estate are gaining.

The Nikkei Average is expanding its decline. In the USA tonight, the September ADP National Employment Report will be released, and a speech by Bowman, a member of the FRB, is scheduled.