The Nikkei Stock Average fell due to concerns about rising energy costs.

Sina Finance reported on March 31st that, amidst the conflict in the Middle East, the Japanese stock market may fall due to continued concerns over rising energy prices and shortages of petrochemical products. The Nikkei index futures fell by 1.8% on the Singapore Exchange, closing at 51065 points. Investors are closely monitoring the developments in Iran and any measures taken by the Japanese government to address the shortages of energy and petrochemical products. The Nikkei index fell by 2.8% on Monday to 51885.85 points.