STOCKS | Japanese Stock Market Fear Index Reaches Highest Level Since 2020

A measure of anxiety in Japan's stock markets has climbed to its highest point since the Covid-19 crisis in 2020. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting that the recent surge in oil prices is contributing to a more pessimistic view of Japan's economic prospects and corporate earnings. The increase in oil prices is seen as a significant factor affecting investor sentiment, leading to concerns about potential impacts on the country's economic recovery and business performance.