Bearish
KOSPI drops over 3% to 6,625 amid semiconductor stock declines
The KOSPI index fell by 3.08% to 6,625.47 on September 2, 2026, primarily due to a downturn in semiconductor stocks. Samsung Electronics and SK hynix each declined by approximately 3%, influenced by consecutive net selling by foreign and institutional investors. This marks the fourth consecutive day of net selling by foreign investors.
Key points
- KOSPI declines over 3% to 6,625 amid semiconductor stock downturn
- Samsung Electronics and SK hynix each drop about 3%
- Foreign investors net sell for the fourth consecutive day
Sources
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