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South Korean shares rise as tech stocks rebound on Wall Street
South Korean shares edge higher 0.36%, supported by gains in technology stocks following Wall Street’s rebound. Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix advance as foreign investors buy equities. Despite uncertainty surrounding Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, the won strengthens against the dollar, while government bond yields decline amid mixed broader market sentiment.
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South Korean shares fall as AI concerns, US inflation weigh on sentiment
South Korean shares fell as concerns over elevated AI valuations and stronger-than-expected US inflation weighed on investor sentiment. The benchmark KOSPI declined 0.34%, led by losses in chipmakers Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix. The won strengthened against the dollar, while government bond yields rose amid expectations of further US interest rate hikes.
South Korean shares surge over 3% as tech stocks rebound, oil prices ease
South Korean shares surged 3.57%, snapping a three-session losing streak, as gains in US technology stocks and falling oil prices boosted investor sentiment. Chipmakers Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix led the rally, while foreign investors turned net buyers. However, the won weakened and government bond yields edged higher.
South Korean shares rebound as chipmakers recover from AI-driven selloff
South Korean shares rebounded on Monday as benchmark index KOSPI rose over 1.5%. Chip giants Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix led the recovery following Wall Street gains and government assurances over Nvidia GPU supply continuity, despite remaining net selling pressure from foreign investors.
AI meltdown: Kospi crashes 9%, hits 9-month low as Wall Street bloodbath after midterm elections spills to Asia; circuit breaker triggered
The sell-off followed a global market rout on Thursday, which saw the Nasdaq 100 plunge 6.4%, wiping out a record $2.3 trillion in market value. The weakness extended across Asia on Friday, with chip-heavy indices coming under pressure. Japan's Nikkei 225 Stock Average and Taiwan's Taiex were also on course to enter technical bear market territory, having fallen 20% from their respective peaks.
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Kia India plans $1.5 billion investment in Andhra Pradesh to expand manufacturing operations
The proposed investment is expected to significantly expand the company's manufacturing footprint at its Anantapur facility, where Kia currently has an installed annual production capacity of around 3 lakh units.
South Korea stocks plunge 8%, circuit breaker triggered as chip shares tumble
South Korea's KOSPI stock index fell more than 8% during early trading on Friday, reflecting a significant sell-off. The stock market decline was primarily driven by losses in technology and semiconductor shares. As a result, a circuit breaker was activated by the Korea Exchange to halt trading temporarily. Experts indicated that the reaction may be an overreaction to recent US midterm election outcomes.
KOSPI plunges 4% as Samsung, SK Hynix shares slide
South Korea's KOSPI plunged over 4%, with Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix leading losses as semiconductor stocks tracked a sell-off in US technology shares. Concerns over tighter AI regulations and a potential slowdown in investment weighed on sentiment, triggering a sidecar trading curb after the index fell over 5%.
South Korean shares reverse gains, KOSPI falls over 1% as US midterm results loom
South Korean shares reversed early gains as caution ahead of the US midterm election results triggered broad selling. Technology stocks led the decline, while foreign investors offloaded equities worth 1 trillion won amid concerns over global market volatility.
South Korean shares slide nearly 3% as tech selloff deepens; won strengthens
South Korean shares fell sharply as a global technology selloff dragged chipmakers and other heavyweight stocks lower. A stronger won and plunging oil prices offered little support as foreign investors continued to sell equities.
Festive dispatches drive October car sales to record high
India's passenger vehicle dispatches to dealerships are estimated to have risen 13-14% year-on-year to a record 5.25-5.30 lakh units in October, driven by festive demand. Maruti Suzuki, Mahindra, Hyundai and Kia reported record monthly sales, while two-wheeler and commercial vehicle makers also posted strong growth.
South Korean shares rebound as strong exports spur dip-buying
South Korean shares rose after early losses due to strong export data that improved investor sentiment. Exports from South Korea nearly doubled in October, marking their highest increase in over 50 years. Analysts indicated that this performance might lead to upward revisions in corporate earnings forecasts. However, factory activity in South Korea expanded at its slowest pace in eight months.
Electric car sales nearly double in October
Electric car sales in India nearly doubled year-on-year to 35,777 units in October, taking their share of passenger vehicle sales to 7% from 3.2% a year earlier. Tata Motors led with a 40.7% market share, followed by Mahindra at 23.7%, as high fuel prices and expanding charging infrastructure supported demand.
Hyundai, Tata, M&M, Maruti, KIA October sales surge amid festive cheer; Renault, Escorts Kubota decline
In October, various automakers experienced different sales results, highlighting a mixed performance across the industry. Hyundai Motor India observed a 17.7% sales increase, with domestic and export growth. Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles reported an impressive 23% rise in sales, including a 75% increase in electric vehicles. Conversely, Escorts Kubota faced a 10% sales decline during this time period.
Kia India clocks highest-ever monthly sales of 33,462 units in October, up 13.22%
Kia India recorded its highest-ever monthly wholesales at 33,462 units in October 2026, up 13.22% year-on-year, surpassing its previous record set in September. Cumulative sales rose 21.31% to 2,86,470 units during January-October, exceeding the automaker's full-year 2025 sales, with festive demand and multiple powertrains supporting growth.
Global Market: South Korean stocks tumble over 5% as AI spending concerns hit chipmakers
South Korean shares plunged as a selloff in semiconductor stocks intensified amid concerns over the sustainability of global AI investments. Foreign investor outflows and weak market breadth added to the pressure, putting the KOSPI on course for a monthly decline.
Global Market: South Korean shares fall 2% as Samsung Electronics slides after earnings
South Korea’s KOSPI fell 2.18% on Thursday as Samsung Electronics dropped 4.13% after disappointing third-quarter profits. Losses extended across battery, automotive and steel stocks, despite foreign investor buying. Authorities pledged to monitor volatility. Meanwhile, the won strengthened 0.72%, and government bond yields declined amid market uncertainty and cautious investor sentiment.
Why India’s largest carmaker’s chairman believes small cars still rule the road despite the SUV craze
Maruti Suzuki Chairman R C Bhargava highlighted the ongoing demand for small cars in India. He noted sales figures of 398,000 small cars and 162,000 SUVs in the first half of FY27. First-time buyers now account for 54% of Maruti's sales, marking a significant increase. The recent GST cuts have improved affordability for entry-level vehicles.
Global Market: South Korean shares surge 6% as SK Hynix earnings fuel AI chip rally
South Korean shares surged nearly 6% on Wednesday, driven by SK Hynix and Samsung Electronics following strong earnings and optimism over AI-driven memory chip demand. SK Hynix reported a seven-fold profit increase, while foreign investors bought shares worth $444 million. The rally reflected broader global enthusiasm for artificial intelligence investments.
Global Market: South Korean shares jump over 4% as AI chip rally lifts Samsung, SK Hynix
South Korean shares surged 4.39% as AI investment optimism, strong semiconductor demand and better-than-expected third-quarter economic growth boosted investor sentiment. Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix led gains, while foreign investors purchased shares worth 597.3 billion won. The Korean won strengthened slightly, reflecting positive market momentum and improving confidence in technology-driven growth prospects.
Global Market: South Korean shares fall over 1% as AI trade concerns weigh; won strengthens
South Korean shares fell as AI-related concerns weighed on sentiment ahead of major US technology earnings. The won strengthened against the dollar, while government bond yields declined.
South Korean shares fall 2% as AI selloff weighs on global markets
South Korea’s KOSPI fell 2.14% on Friday, heading for a second straight weekly decline as a global selloff in AI-related stocks weighed on sentiment. Samsung Electronics, Hyundai Motor and POSCO Holdings led losses, while foreign investors remained net sellers. The won strengthened against the dollar, and government bond yields declined.
Global Market: South Korean shares fall over 1% as chip stocks retreat
South Korean shares fell as investors booked profits in semiconductor stocks after a sharp rally. Attention shifted to the Bank of Korea’s policy outlook, while falling government bond yields and a marginally weaker won reflected mixed sentiment across financial markets.
Car registrations plunge 22% this Navratri despite strong deliveries
The fall largely reflects a high base. Last year's Navratri coincided with the rollout of GST 2.0, after sales had come to a standstill for half of August and almost all of September. This year, momentum continued even through Shradh, a period considered inauspicious.
Global Market: South Korean shares jump 3% as chipmakers rally on strong exports, AI demand
South Korea’s KOSPI surged 3.03% after hitting a six-month closing low, supported by a rally in chipmakers, record semiconductor exports and optimism over sustained AI infrastructure demand. Foreign investor buying also aided the rebound.
South Korean shares post more than 6-month closing low as chipmakers fall on AI concerns
"The sustainability of the recent rebound was limited as credit and profitability concerns around AI investment remained not fully resolved," said Lee Kyoung-min, an analyst at Daishin Securities.
Global Market: South Korean shares fall as AI investment worries weigh on chipmakers
South Korea’s Kospi fell as AI investment concerns triggered technology stock selling, although dip buying helped recover early losses. Semiconductor shares remained weak, while automakers, battery makers and select heavyweight stocks gained. Foreign investors were net sellers, while currency and bond markets showed mixed movements amid ongoing global market uncertainty.
Hyundai Motor to invest $15.5 billion in India by 2032
Hyundai Motor Group announced plans to invest $15.5 billion in India from 2023 to 2032. This investment aims to enhance manufacturing operations and support growth in the automotive sector. The group recognizes India's importance as a strategic market for future mobility. As part of the investment, Hyundai will also focus on research and development activities and infrastructure enhancement.
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