Wed, 15 Aug 2012 08:12:31 GMT
Japan stocks tumble as Eurozone economy contracts
Japan's stocks declined, lead by the Topix Index dropping for the first time in three days, as Eurozone economy posted contraction in the second quarter. Losses were partially offset after U.S. retail sales climbed more than expected. On Wednesday, the Nikkei 225 Stock Average slipped 0.1% to 8,925.04. The Topix fell 0.3% to 747.32.