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South Korea’s world-beating stocks are now trading cheaper than ever! Time to bulk up?

South Korea's benchmark Kospi index has surged about 80% this year to record highs, yet its valuation has fallen to a historic low as corporate earnings, led by memory-chip giants Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix, have outpaced the rally. Investors remain divided over whether the cheap valuations present a buying…

The Economic Times

South Korea issues first emergency heatwave warning under new rating system

South Korea issued its first-ever emergency heatwave alert on Sunday under a new warning system introduced this year, advising people to halt outdoor activities and keep cool. Under the emergency warning, people engaged in outdoor activities should stop immediately and move to a cool place, she said.

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South Africa's Jayden Adams, 25, dies after playing in World Cup

Adams started two of the three World Cup matches he appeared in for South Africa despite the death of his grandmother, Marianna, one day before a 1-1 draw with the Czech Republic. He started in that match and South Africa's 2-0 loss to Mexico. He was a sub in a…

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The Galaxy Tab S12 Plus looks familiar in leaked live image—not sure that's a good thing

A report claimed the Galaxy Tab S12 Plus is passing through certification hoops in South Korea, and a live image reportedly leaked, too.

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How SK Hynix just pulled off the second-largest U.S. share sale by quietly powering the AI boom

With a $26.5 billion Nasdaq debut, the South Korean manufacturer caps off a long, strange path from memory-chip also-ran to AI powerhouse

Fortune

North Korea condemns NATO summit, says denuclearisation should start with US allies

North Korea condemned the US and its allies for strengthening military blocs. Pyongyang accused NATO leaders of portraying its sovereign rights as a threat. The alliance demonstrated stronger commitment to bloc-to-bloc confrontation and increased arms spending. South Korea's President Lee Jae Myung hoped for expanded cooperation with NATO allies. North…

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Korea’s SK Hynix shares make stellar US market debut, rocket 13% on continued AI optimism

SK Hynix's U.S. shares surged thirteen percent on their Nasdaq debut. The South Korean chipmaker raised twenty-six point five billion dollars through a share sale. This demonstrates continued investor interest in AI-linked semiconductor stocks. Recent market pullbacks have not deterred this strong sector appetite. The company's listing provides funding for…

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SK Hynix shares jump 14% in debut on US stock market riding on AI wave

SK Hynix shares surged on their Nasdaq debut, showing strong investor interest in chip stocks. The company's offering attracted significant demand, exceeding expectations for memory chip market strength. This listing provides SK Hynix direct access to a large investor pool for future expansion. The firm leads in high-bandwidth memory chips…

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SK Hynix IPO Triggers Wall Street's Next Leveraged ETF Gold Rush

SK Hynix’s (NASDAQ:SKHX) record-breaking Nasdaq debut on Friday is already creating a furor in the ETF universe, with issuers rushing to launch leveraged products tied to the South Korean memory-chip leader, as U.S. investors gain direct access to one of the biggest beneficiaries of the AI boom.

Benzinga

SK hynix raises a record $26.5 billion in historic U.S. IPO — South Korean memory giant to fund massive HBM manufacturing expansions

SK hynix raised $26.5 billion in a record-breaking Nasdaq IPO, as it plans to channel the windfall from surging AI demand and sold-out HBM supply to fund new fabs.

Tom’s Hardware

The Galaxy Z Fold 8 just broke cover in a Samsung store — and the US price has leaked too

A Reddit user claims the Galaxy Z Fold 8 is already on display in a Samsung store in South Korea ahead of its official reveal.

Android Central

Researchers turn HBM on its side to tackle AI memory’s heat wall — Korean V-Die and Japanese MOSAIC designs promise higher bandwidth, denser stacks, and cooler future GPUs

Researchers in Korea and Japan have proposed sideways-stacked DRAM designs that could push future AI memory beyond conventional HBM limits by improving cooling, bandwidth, and capacity while reducing reliance on TSV-heavy vertical stacks.

Tom’s Hardware

South Korean billionaire's risky bet pays off, as SK Hynix debuts in New York

South Korean billionaire Chey Tae-won's bold acquisition of SK Hynix has paid off significantly. The company became a major AI chip producer after betting on niche technology. SK Hynix's strategic investment in high-bandwidth memory chips proved highly successful. However, concerns about slowing AI spending and potential oversupply are now emerging.…

The Economic Times

SK Hynix set for marquee US debut in test for AI appetite

SK Hynix's U.S. debut tests investor belief in the AI boom's durability. The South Korean chipmaker's offering is the second-largest share sale in the United States. This move provides direct access to the world's largest pool of investors. SK Hynix leads in high-bandwidth memory chips essential for AI. Spending on…

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$1 Trillion SK Hynix Storms Wall Street With Record-Shattering $26.5 Billion Nasdaq Debut

SK Hynix, a leading South Korean memory-chip maker, raised $26.5B in the largest-ever US share sale by a foreign firm, as its market value nears $1 trillion.

The Economic Times

Christopher Wood warns of AI fatigue. Why Jefferies is turning to India and China

Christopher Wood of Jefferies warns that the AI trade is showing signs of fatigue as investors seek cheaper value opportunities. With India and China positioned to benefit from a rotation away from crowded AI winners, Wood believes picks-and-shovels companies will continue to outperform amid massive AI capex and uncertain monetisation.

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Exit strategies: how and why 27% of World Cup coaches have left their jobs

Thirteen coaches have been sacked or walked away from their national teams – here’s a full rundown

The Economic Times

North Korea vows boost to nuclear buildup, military intelligence

North Korea will strengthen its nuclear force "both in quality and quantity" and expand the role of its military intelligence agency focused on South Korea, state media said Friday. The meeting decided on measures such as "bolstering up the nuclear force both in quality and quantity", the report said.

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Global Market: SK Hynix's Nasdaq ADR debut raises $26.5 billion amid AI chip boom

South Korean chipmaker SK Hynix successfully raised $26.5 billion through its ADR offering. This significant fundraising highlights robust global investor interest in AI semiconductor suppliers. The company is a leading provider of essential high-bandwidth memory chips for AI processors.

France 24

N. Korea says will bolster nuclear force, expand S. Korea spy activities in ‘radical way’

North Korea plans to boost its nuclear force “both in quality and quantity”, state media reported on Friday, citing a decision from a military commission meeting. The country also announced plans to bolster its spying activities in South Korea “in a radical way”.

The Economic Times

Korea's pain will be India's gain? Why Nifty bears betting on Kospi crash may get disappointed

Foreign investors pulled ₹1.92 lakh crore from India in 2026 to chase the East Asian AI chip boom. As South Korea's KOSPI experiences wild swings, Nifty bulls are hoping that a capital rotation will send those funds rushing back to Dalal Street. But experts warn the road ahead won't be…

The Economic Times

South Korea's Kospi jumps 5%, exits bear market. What lies ahead for world's best performing stock market of 2026?

South Korea's Kospi index saw a significant jump on Friday, extending recent gains after a substantial crash. The benchmark index officially entered bear market territory earlier this week due to a sharp decline. Heavyweight semiconductor stocks experienced a notable crash, impacting investor sentiment and the overall market. Despite a recent…

The Economic Times

Global Market Today: Asian stocks rise following chip rally, oil slips

Asian stocks climbed as investors favored semiconductor shares due to AI demand. Oil prices declined as energy supply disruption fears eased. South Korea's Kospi index saw a significant rally, while other regional benchmarks edged higher. Futures for the Nasdaq 100 Index indicated a more cautious market sentiment. Company earnings and…

International Business Times UK

Real-Time Stalker Location Tracking: South Korean App Lets Victims Keep Tabs on Stalkers, Raising Questions About Safety

South Korea introduces an app allowing stalking victims to track offenders' real-time locations, aiming to enhance safety amid rising stalking cases and concerns over violence against women.

Kiplinger

Micron Gives Stocks a $250 Billion AI Boost: Stock Market Today

Markets looked beyond the Middle East to the promise of the AI revolution, including more capex and another record-breaking IPO.

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