KOSPI & South Korea
26 shared events · Importance 10 · Last updated May 14, 2026
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KOSPI: The KOSPI index has climbed significantly, hitting record highs due to foreign investor interest in chipmakers, making it the best-performing major stock market since the start of 2025.
South Korea: South Korea is positioned at the heart of Asia's AI boom, with its companies like SK Hynix and Samsung Electronics driving significant market growth and potentially becoming the first country outside the United States with multiple trillion-dollar companies.
May 14, 2026 · 6 articles
Business
KOSPI: The KOSPI index soared past 7,000 points for the first time, reaching a record high of 7,417.54, largely due to the significant gains in Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix shares, which together account for a substantial portion of the index's value.
South Korea: South Korea's KOSPI index reached record highs, and the government is pushing to become one of the top three AI powers globally. The country's stock market is experiencing a boom driven by AI chip demand.
May 06, 2026 · 38 articles
Business
KOSPI: The KOSPI benchmark index experienced a decline, partly due to the broader market sentiment affected by the uncertainty surrounding the potential strike at Samsung Electronics.
South Korea: The potential strike at Samsung Electronics is a major concern for South Korea's economy, with government officials warning of significant risks to economic growth, exports, and financial markets.
May 15, 2026 · 8 articles
International
KOSPI: Seoul's KOSPI index surged over five percent, passing 7,000 points for the first time, largely propelled by the strong performance of Samsung Electronics and other tech firms.
South Korea: South Korea's Kospi gained sharply, driven by strong buying of tech stocks.
May 03, 2026 · 19 articles
International
KOSPI: The KOSPI index briefly surpassed 6,500 but then fell, indicating market sensitivity to the geopolitical situation.
South Korea: South Korea is a significant plastic user in Asia, and its companies like Yonwoo and Gaone International are directly impacted by the plastic supply disruptions, with some benefiting and others struggling.
Apr 15, 2026 · 59 articles
International
KOSPI: The KOSPI index rose, boosted by tech stocks, despite the broader geopolitical concerns.
South Korea: South Korea is part of the US Treasury Secretary's diplomatic tour, with discussions on economic security.
May 11, 2026 · 9 articles
International
KOSPI: South Korea's KOSPI index sank due to worries about potential government redistribution of AI profits, though it later recouped some losses.
South Korea: South Korea's KOSPI index sank due to worries about potential government redistribution of AI profits.
May 13, 2026 · 6 articles
International
KOSPI: The KOSPI index in South Korea soared nearly 7%, topping 7,000 for the first time, due to the AI boom and strong performance of tech shares.
South Korea: South Korea's Kospi index soared to a record high, driven by expectations of strong growth in artificial intelligence, benefiting its major chipmakers.
Apr 22, 2026 · 43 articles
International
KOSPI: The KOSPI has experienced significant losses following Donald Trump's remarks, reflecting concerns over regional stability and economic impact.
Apr 02, 2026 · 39 articles
International
KOSPI: South Korea's KOSPI surged, indicating investor optimism about the de-escalation of the Iran conflict and its positive impact on regional and global trade.
Mar 17, 2026 · 108 articles
International
KOSPI: South Korea's Kospi dropped 0.8% as Asian markets reacted to Donald Trump's tariff announcement, with South Korea facing a 25% tariff.
Apr 02, 2025 · 23 articles
International
KOSPI: South Korea's Kospi index gained, suggesting that while the conflict is a concern, it hasn't entirely deterred market optimism in the short term.
Apr 02, 2026 · 93 articles
International
KOSPI: South Korea's KOSPI gained 6% as trading in Asia got underway, indicating a strong positive market reaction to the ceasefire agreement.
Apr 08, 2026 · 34 articles
International
KOSPI: South Korea's KOSPI jumped by nearly 5.5-6% following the ceasefire agreement, indicating a positive market response in the region.
Apr 07, 2026 · 117 articles
International
KOSPI: South Korea's KOSPI jumped by nearly 5.5-6% following the ceasefire agreement, indicating a positive market response in the region.
Apr 07, 2026 · 26 articles
International
KOSPI: The KOSPI has advanced, suggesting some positive sentiment in South Korean markets despite the ongoing tensions.
Mar 28, 2026 · 90 articles
International
KOSPI: The KOSPI benchmark index rose, contrasting with the declines seen in Hyundai Motor Company and Hyundai Glovis shares.
Apr 03, 2026 · 9 articles
International
KOSPI: South Korea's KOSPI jumped, indicating positive performance in some international markets.
Mar 30, 2026 · 84 articles
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