Nikkei Recoups Some of Friday’s Losses, Yen Weakens, A/D Improves But New Lows v. New Highs 225:1

* Nikkei 225 Stock Average: +458.80 (+3.0%) to 15,732.48, first gain in four sessions and largest since June 22, 2006, but only recoups 52% of Friday’s 870+ (5.4%) drop; intra-day +670 points
* Nikkei 225 futures Osaka: +430 (+2.8%) to 15,730, Singapore (SGX) 15,715, Chicago (CME) 8/17 — 15,835
* TOPIX: +43.18 (+2.9%) to 1,523.57; Advancers 1,316 x 347 (unch. 63), New highs 1 x new lows 225
* Jasdaq: +0.48 (+0.7%) to 70.50
* Yen weakens 1.2% against U.S. dollar and 1.8% vs. euro, last quotes at 114.70/$ and 154.75/euro