Woofun AI data shows that the Nikkei 225 Index closed at 66,819.05 on Wednesday, July 8, marking a decline of 1,437.91 points or 2.11%. The Korea KOSPI Index fell 409.53 points to 7,246.78, representing a 5.35% drop. This session triggered the "trading halt" mechanism, with the index now down approximately 20% from its June highs, nearing technical bear market status.