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Global Market: KOSPI gains on chip boost; foreigners turn net buyers

Markets-Economic Times · 2h ago · 🇮🇳 India
Global Market: KOSPI gains on chip boost; foreigners turn net buyers

South Korean shares rose on Friday, led by gains in Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix after U.S. semiconductor stocks advanced, though the KOSPI remained on track for a weekly decline. Foreign investor inflows and a stronger won supported sentiment, while broader market weakness and rising bond yields kept investors cautious amid focus on monetary policy and financial-market risks.

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