Tue, 19 Jun 2012 11:28:58 GMT
Nikkei 225 retreats on further turmoil fears
Japan's Nikkei Stock Average retreated from yesterday's gains and slipped on Tuesday as Spain's financial turmoil amid surging yields worsened the outlook of European economy. Nikkei 225 index fell 0.75% or 65.15 points and closed at 8,655.87. Nomura Holdings fell 0.7% after Reuters reported the firm was not chosen to assist a state sale of its Japan Tobacco Inc stake.