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Domestic Equities

KOSPI Soars Over 3% on Semiconductor Strength, Reclaims 6800 Mark

South Korea's benchmark KOSPI index posted a strong gain of over 3%, recovering above the 6800 level for the first time in approximately three weeks, driven by robust semiconductor stocks.

KOSPI Swings 250 Points Before Closing Lower; KOSDAQ Snaps Five-Day Win Streak

Renewed tension over the Strait of Hormuz sent oil prices higher, while foreign selling accelerated. SK Hynix and Naver tumbled as defense and battery names rallied.