The Nikkei 225 Index closed down 3,666.99 points, or 6.00%, at 57,410.91 on Friday, November 6; the index has fallen more than 20% from its June closing peak, confirming entry into a technical bear market. The South Korean KOSPI Index closed down 324.15 points, or 6.02%, at 5,059.65; it initially dropped more than 8% during trading, falling below the 5,000-point level and triggering its 11th circuit breaker of the year.
Japanese and Korean stock markets enter bear market territory
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Summary
The Fear and Greed Index reached extreme fear levels as Japanese and Korean stock markets plunged. The Nikkei 225 fell 6.00% on November 6, 2026, closing at 57,410.91—more than 20% below its June high. The KOSPI dropped 6.02% to 5,059.65, triggering its 11th circuit breaker. Increased volatility in traditional markets has raised concerns about the crypto market’s next move.
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