Global Market: South Korea’s Kospi plunges over 7% as chip stocks tumble on CXMT concerns

South Koreas Kospi plunged over 7% amid concerns about rising competition from Chinese semiconductor makers, triggering a temporary trading curb. Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix suffered sharp losses, while foreign investors sold equities heavily. Weak technology stocks, a softer won and falling bond yields reflected growing market uncertainty and investor anxiety.

Oct 13, 2026 - 09:00
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Global Market: South Korea’s Kospi plunges over 7% as chip stocks tumble on CXMT concerns
South Koreas Kospi plunged over 7% amid concerns about rising competition from Chinese semiconductor makers, triggering a temporary trading curb. Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix suffered sharp losses, while foreign investors sold equities heavily. Weak technology stocks, a softer won and falling bond yields reflected growing market uncertainty and investor anxiety.

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