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South Korea's Tech Rally Drives Kospi to New Record High
South Korean stocks hit fresh highs as tech stocks surge, with Samsung Electronics jumping over 10%. The rally bucks mixed Asia-Pacific markets.
Nikkei 225 Tumbles 2% on Debt, Inflation Jitters
Japan's Nikkei 225 fell 2% as government debt yields surged past 5.18%, tracking broader Asia-Pacific declines led by South Korea's 6% rout.
HSI Sinks 1.6%: Inflation Fears Rekindle Asia Selloff
Hong Kong's Hang Seng index fell 1.6% as renewed inflation concerns hit Asian markets. We analyze the drivers and outlook.
South Korea's Kospi Hits Record High, Surges 6.5%
South Korea's Kospi index surged 6.5% to a new peak above 7,000, extending 2026 gains over 70%.
Yen Intervention Fails to Stem Slide Amid Geopolitical Tensions
Japan's yen intervention provides temporary relief but analysts warn of further weakness amid US-Iran tensions and rate differentials.
Nikkei 225 Underweight: Strategist Warns After Strong Rally
Indosuez Wealth Management turns underweight on Nikkei 225, citing recent strong run. Key takeaways for investors.
Kospi Hits Record High on Wall Street Rally, Oil Slump
South Korea's Kospi soared to a new record, tracking Wall Street gains and benefiting from falling oil prices amid easing Mideast tensions.