The KOSPI surpassed the 5,500 level intraday for the first time ever, driven by strong semiconductor stocks.
The KOSPI index and other figures are shown on the status board at the Hana Bank dealing room in Jung-gu, Seoul, on the 12th. Yonhap News
As of 10:51 a.m. on the 12th, the KOSPI stood at 5,503.09, up 148.60 points (2.78%) from the previous session.
By investor type, individuals were net sellers of 2,038.5 billion won. Foreign investors and institutions were net buyers of 1,139.8 billion won and 918.5 billion won, respectively.
Among large-cap stocks by market capitalization, Samsung Electronics (up 6.26%) and SK Hynix (up 3.6%) showed strong gains, leading the index higher.
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