Tokyo:Japanese stock indices retreated from early gains to close slightly lower today, impacted by a decline in semiconductor shares following the earnings release of Dutch chip equipment manufacturer ASML.

According to Saudi Press Agency, the Nikkei 225 index saw a slight decrease of 0.05%, closing at 67,744.29 points. The broader TOPIX index also declined by 0.34%, ending the session at 4,096.78 points.

On the Tokyo Stock Exchange's Prime Market, 57% of listed companies experienced a drop in their share prices, while 38% saw gains and 3% remained unchanged.