Seoul opens sharply higher on technology strength
Seoul stocks opened strongly higher on Thursday, with the KOSPI lifted by technology shares, improved regional sentiment and hopes that geopolitical tensions could ease. Samsung-related optimism added further support after wage-deal developments helped calm labour concerns.
Tech leads the advance
South Korea’s market benefited from renewed appetite for semiconductor and artificial intelligence-linked stocks. Investors also responded to stronger US equities, lower oil pressure and improved expectations for export-sensitive Asian markets.
Momentum favours risk assets
The strong opening placed Seoul among the region’s better performers. The next test will be whether foreign buying continues and whether chip-sector strength can broaden into autos, batteries and financials during the session.
Newshub Editorial in Asia – 21 May 2026
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