Nikkei sinks 1 pct on techs, some retailers slump

TOKYO, July 13 (Reuters) The Nikkei average fell for a third straight session on Thursday, losing 0.99 percent as technology firms such as Tokyo Electron Ltd. followed their U.S.

counterparts lower and discount retailers such as Yamada Denki Co. Ltd. lost ground on news of a rival's listing.

The Nikkei was 151.37 points lower at 15,097.95, its lowest close since June 28. The broader TOPIX index was 0.81 percent lower at 1,551.03.

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