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KRX Issues Sell-Side Circuit Breaker Due to Sharp KOSPI Decline

Citibank Maintains Overweight Rating for South Korea and Taiwan

South Korea's finance minister expects 2023 growth to exceed 2%

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JPMorgan Raises Korea Stock Target to 9000

Goldman Sachs Raises Korea's Key Index Target to 9000 Points

South Korea's April CPI Up 2.6% Yearly, Highest in Two Years

OECD: South Korea's Potential Growth Rate Hits Historic Low

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South Korea's February Current Account Surplus Hits Record High

Korea's Finance Minister Says Passage of Foreign Exchange Stability Bill Will Help Stabilize the Won

S&P Global Reports South Korea's Manufacturing PMI Rises to 52.6 in March

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South Korea's exports grew by 40.4% year-on-year in the first 20 days of March

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South Korea's exports grew by 55.6% and imports by 21.7% year-over-year in the period of March 1-10

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Bank of Korea Reports Q4 2025 GDP Contraction

Goldman Sachs Raises Target for Korea's KOSPI to 7,000

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KOSPI Air PocketKOSPI finally hit its first real air pocket after one of the most aggressive AI-fueled melt-ups seen anywhere globally. The problem with violent spot-up, vol-up regimes is that once momentum finally cracks, investors often discover they were far more exposed to the downside than they realized.KOSPI reversal

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A circuit breaker was triggered on the KOSPI index by a South Korean exchange following a 5% drop in KOSPI 200 futures. According to Odaily, this led to a five-minute suspension of program trading.

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South Korea's KOSPI index has outperformed global markets, surging 74.4% in 2026 and 188.7% over the past year, driven by demand for semiconductors and AI hardware. However, the index is heavily concentrated in two companies, Samsung and SK Hynix, which together account for over 50% of its value. While investing in the iShares MSCI South Korea ETF (EWY) offers exposure to this growth, it comes with significant volatility and risk tied to these major players.

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Why South Korea’s KOSPI Is Crushing Global Stocks

South Korea's Kospi Index fell over 6% today, dropping to 7,585 as investors booked profits after a recent rally. Foreign investors led the sell-off, particularly in technology stocks, resulting in over $2.5 billion in outflows. Despite a 70% increase this year, analysts warn the index may not sustain its gains, citing high valuations and overbought conditions, with predictions it could drop to 5,000 in the coming months.

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Kospi Index is falling today: here’s why it may eventually crash to 5k

South Korea's KOSPI index has surged 87% year-to-date, outperforming global peers, despite foreign investors pulling USD11.5 billion since May. Local retail investors are driving market gains, with the KOSPI rising 1.25% to 7,941. KB Securities raised its 2026 KOSPI target from 7,500 to 10,500, citing AI investment driving earnings growth. Concerns about a market bubble are deemed limited, as significant economic signals for a collapse are not anticipated. The KOSPI is currently trading at a discount compared to other Asian emerging markets, with expected operating profit growth for 2026 at KRW919 trillion.

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S Korea Stocks Up 87% YTD; Foreign Investors Pull USD11.5 billion Since May; KB Securities Lifts KOSPI 2026 TP to 10,500

South Korea's stock market volatility surged near record highs on Monday after foreign investors dumped $13.2 billion worth of local equities last week.

South Korea market volatility nears record high after $13 billion foreign investor selloff

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Daishin Securities has raised its target price for SK Hynix (000660.KS) by 47% to 2.5 million won, citing a new era for memory chip stocks driven by surging AI demand. SK Hynix's stock reached an intraday high of 1.949 million won, up 15.3%. The KOSPI index also hit a record high, supported by SK Hynix and Samsung Electronics. Morningstar forecasts significant increases in SK Hynix's operating margin and dividends over the next few years, with expectations for DRAM and NAND prices to peak next year.

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Daishin Securities: Memory Chip Stocks Enter New Era; Raises SK Hynix (000660.KS) TP 47% to 2.5M won

A South Korean official has proposed a tax on excess AI profits to redistribute wealth as tech giants Samsung Electronics and SK hynix report record earnings amid a semiconductor boom. The proposal, termed a "national dividend," aims to support various social programs, including startup funding and pensions. This shift towards a technology-driven economy raises concerns about societal polarization. The Kospi index has reached record highs, reflecting the growing demand for AI infrastructure. Additionally, Samsung's labor union is advocating for increased performance bonuses, highlighting the need for equitable profit distribution.

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Asian markets opened cautiously as oil prices surged and US-Iran tensions escalated. West Texas Intermediate futures rose 3.94% to $99.18, while Brent increased 3.49% to $104.83. South Korea's Kospi reached a record high, climbing 4.70%, driven by strong performances from semiconductor stocks like SK Hynix. In contrast, other Asian markets showed mixed results, with Japan's Nikkei slightly lower and Australia's S&P/ASX 200 down 0.83%. The geopolitical climate and rising energy costs are influencing market sentiment across the region.

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Kospi hits record as Asian markets react to oil spike, rising Iran tensions

South Korea's new central bank board member, Kim Jin-ill, expressed heightened inflation concerns due to rising oil prices from the Middle East conflict. He noted improving economic conditions driven by the technology sector but highlighted uncertainties in global investments and domestic inequality. Kim also raised caution regarding capital flow risks, household debt, and housing prices. He commenced his four-year term on the Bank of Korea's policy board, with his first rate-setting meeting scheduled for May 28.

- South Korea's central bank board member, Kim Jin-ill, expressed concerns about rising inflation due to escalating oil prices linked to Middle East conflicts.  
- He noted improvements in the economy, particularly in the technology sector, but highlighted significant uncertainties surrounding global investments and domestic inequality.  
- These factors indicate a complex economic landscape that may affect future financial policies.

New Bank of Korea board member says inflation worries are heightening

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