Japan share market ended down on Tuesday, 02 February 2016, halting a two-day rally, as investor sentiment was dampened by soft overnight leads after weak Chinese manufacturing data, plunge in crude oil prices, and the yen's rise against the US dollar. Most of the Topix industry groups declined, with notable decliners comprised mining, iron and steel, and oil and coal product-related shares. The 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average ended down 114.55 points, or 0.64%, at 17750.68. The broader Topix index of all First Section issues on the Tokyo Stock Exchange finished 10.63 points, or 0.73%, lower at 1,452.04. The benchmark indices rallied more than 5% over the previous two days after the Bank of Japan boosted stimulus.
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