The Economic Times

Global Market: Japans Nikkei falls 2% as tech selloff, rising oil prices fuel inflation fears

Japans Nikkei 225 fell as US technology stock losses and rising oil prices heightened inflation and interest rate concerns. Semiconductor stocks led declines, while defensive and value shares offered potential support. Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda highlighted inflation near the 2% target, keeping monetary policy expectations in focus.