Nikkei 225 ends almost flat on Friday

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Japan's Nikkei Stock Average fluctuated between gains and losses on Friday. On the upside the index was supported by Reuters report which said national banks are ready to ensure liquidity if necessary. Nikkei 225 index traded almost flat adding 0.43 points and finishing at 8,569.32. On the downside heavyweight machinery companies dropped with Sumitomo Heavy Industries losing 2.2% and Kawasaki Heavy Industries down1.9%. Retailers moved higher with Fast Retailing adding 1.3% and Takashimaya gaining 0.5%.


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