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South Korea’s favourite AI stocks slide again, drag Kospi index down 8%

Heavyweights Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix, which together account for more than half of Kospi's market cap, fell around 9% each on Friday, forcing the exchange to trigger circuit breakers and halt trading for roughly 20 minutes.

The Economic Times

South Korean stocks in tailspin as Kospi crashes 8%, head for worst week since March

South Korean stocks experienced a dramatic plunge, exceeding 8% and triggering a trading halt. This sharp decline was primarily driven by a significant selloff in major semiconductor companies like Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix, alongside broader global tech sector weakness. The benchmark KOSPI index is now on track for its…

The Economic Times

South Korea's Kospi surges 6% as chip stocks rebound. Here are two major triggers

South Korea’s KOSPI surged as much as 6% to an intraday high of 8,982, extending gains for a second straight session and recovering sharply from earlier losses. Trading was briefly halted after a 5% jump triggered a sidecar mechanism. The rally follows a steep 10% drop earlier in the week…

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Global Markets: MSCI keeps South Korea in emerging-market index, cites market accessibility hurdles

South Korea remains in the emerging-market category as MSCI cites persistent foreign exchange market accessibility issues. Despite ongoing reforms, including plans for round-the-clock trading, the index provider requires more time to assess their impact. While the country's benchmark KOSPI has seen remarkable gains, driven by AI-related semiconductor stocks, its market…

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Global Market Today: Asia stocks rebound from tech selloff, Kospi jumps

Asian markets saw a cautious rebound Wednesday after a significant tech-led global selloff, reigniting worries about the AI rally's sustainability. South Korea's Kospi surged, led by Samsung Electronics, following a steep decline. Investors now keenly await Micron Technology's results for clues on AI infrastructure demand, with some strategists predicting further…

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Stocks Retreat as Tech Shares Plunge

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is down -1.26%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down -0.30%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -2.69%. September E-mini S&P futures (ESU26 ) are down -1.14%, and September E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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SK Hynix briefly tops Samsung as Korea’s most valuable company—and it’s eyeing a U.S. listing as soon as August

SK Hynix’s shares are up by almost 900% over the past 12 months, compared with almost 180% for the broader KOSPI index.

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Why is market falling today? Weak global cues among 5 key triggers behind Rs 6 lakh crore D-St rout

Indian stock markets experienced a significant downturn on Tuesday, with the Sensex and Nifty shedding substantial investor wealth. This decline was fueled by a sharp sell-off in South Korea's Kospi index, renewed fears of US Federal Reserve rate hikes due to rising oil prices, and a resumption of selling pressure…

The Economic Times

AI crash coming closer? South Korea’s Kospi plunges 10%, triggers trading halt

South Korean stocks experienced a sharp decline, with the Kospi index plummeting nearly 10% from its record high. Chip giants SK Hynix and Samsung Electronics led the sell-off as investors grew concerned about an overstretched rally. This downturn follows a period of strong gains, with market watchers now closely awaiting…

The Economic Times

World's hottest stock market turns focus to MSCI moment

South Korea's stock market is nearing a significant milestone. Investors are watching for a potential upgrade to developed-market status by MSCI. The Kospi has seen a massive surge this year, fueled by artificial intelligence stocks. While volatility is high, reforms are underway.

The Economic Times

Kospi surges 5% after 15% rout in 3 sessions. What’s fuelling 2026’s top market?

South Korean technology stocks rebounded sharply on Tuesday as investors returned to AI-linked shares after a steep three-day selloff that had pushed the KOSPI down more than 15%. Semiconductor stocks led the recovery, with SK Hynix jumping 8%, Samsung Electronics rising 4%.

The Economic Times

Sterlite Tech shares slide 5% after rallying 56% in one month. Here's why

Sterlite Technologies shares hit the lower circuit on Monday as a sharp global selloff in AI and technology stocks dented investor sentiment. The decline comes after the stock's stellar 474% rally in 2026 and a 56% gain over the past month, with shares locked at Rs 588.30 on the NSE…

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South Korea's KOSPI dives nearly 9% as Fed fears hammer tech stocks

South Korea's KOSPI index plummeted nearly 9% on Monday, triggering circuit breakers, as strong U.S. jobs data fueled expectations of Federal Reserve rate hikes. Tech giants Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix saw significant drops, impacting the AI-driven rally. Despite the sharp decline, the KOSPI remains up substantially year-to-date.

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Kospi ends 8% lower as chip rout deepens; Samsung, SK Hynix crash up to 10%

South Korea's KOSPI index experienced a significant selloff, plunging 8.23% as investors cashed in on the AI rally, revealing the market's heavy reliance on semiconductor stocks. This sharp reversal, exacerbated by geopolitical tensions, saw major chipmakers like Samsung and SK Hynix tumble, highlighting the index's concentration risk.

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Global Markets Watch: Tumbling tech darlings slam brakes on AI rally

Asian stocks experienced a significant plunge as investors exited AI-linked shares amid concerns of an overheated market. Disappointing outlooks from chipmakers and a strong U.S. jobs report, suggesting potential rate hikes, fueled the selloff. Fresh hostilities in Iran also pushed oil prices higher, adding to market fragility.

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World’s hottest market has Korea bulls reaching for protection

South Korean stocks are seeing a shift from optimism to caution as investors trim positions and add protection. While chip giants Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix powered a significant rally, concerns about the market running too hot are leading to a more selective approach and a search for opportunities lower…

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AI fever spreads, but are markets masking economic cracks?

Investors are pouring money into Artificial Intelligence, even as economic worries grow. SpaceX's massive IPO signals strong AI interest. Companies like Google are expanding AI infrastructure. Chipmakers are seeing huge demand. However, some signs suggest market expectations may be too high. Analysts are watching closely to see if this AI…

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Chip, chip ... boom? South Korea tech makers join the trillion-dollar club but some fear a short-circuit looms

South Korea’s Kospi stock market has hit record highs thanks to AI, but experts urge caution over boom-bust cycles and a heavy reliance on two chipmakers

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SK Hynix joins $1 trillion club after Samsung, Micron on AI chip boom

SK Hynix has crossed the $1 trillion market value mark. This milestone follows similar achievements by rivals Samsung Electronics and Micron Technology. The surge is driven by strong demand for AI memory chips. This has boosted South Korea's KOSPI index to record highs. Investors are showing significant interest in semiconductor…

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High risk, high reward S Korea to debut AI-boom linked ETFs

South Korea is launching its first single-stock leveraged ETFs, linked to chipmakers Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix, aiming to double daily stock movements. These products are expected to attract significant retail investor interest, potentially amplifying the market's already high volatility and concentration risk.

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Kospi Crash Explained: Why South Korea's red-hot stock market tumbled 6% after record rally

South Korea's stock market saw a dramatic fall on Friday. This happened after a massive rally pushed valuations to extreme levels. The market's dependence on a few AI chip companies became clear. Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix, key players, experienced significant drops. This led to a broad index decline. Global…

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Bloodbath on K-Street! South Korea's Kospi crashes 6% after world-beating rally to 8,000

South Korea’s Kospi saw a violent reversal after briefly topping 8,000, crashing over 6% as tech stocks plunged and foreign investors dumped shares. Samsung Electronics’ steep fall amid an 18-day strike call intensified the rout, wiping out much of the index’s world-beating 2026 gains and dragging broader Asian markets lower.

The Economic Times

AI boom puts SK Hynix on the cusp of $1 trillion market value

South Korea is at the forefront of Asia's AI boom, with SK Hynix nearing a $1 trillion market value, following Samsung Electronics' recent milestone. Driven by surging AI demand for memory chips, SK Hynix shares have seen significant growth.

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Samsung Hits $1 Trillion Valuation — Stock Explodes As AI Chip Race Intensifies

Samsung Electronics became the second Asian firm after TSMC to reach a $1 trillion valuation as shares surged 15%, driven by record AI chip profits.

International Business Times

KOSPI Soars to Record 6388 as Semiconductor Rally Defies Middle East Tensions

Gains were led by heavyweight technology names, particularly memory chip giants. SK Hynix soared more than 5 percent to top 1.2 million won per share for the first time, hitting the symbolic "1.2 million nix" milestone.

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