Samsung Electronics, foreign investors 2trillion won in selling sends shares sharply lower intraday

7During trading in 7Samsung Electronics plunged. Foreign investors recorded net selling of 2trillion won over the day, increasing index volatility.

Samsung Electronics reversed course and began falling shortly after rising to a position among the world's top by market capitalization. 1Large intraday fluctuations continued.

Individual investors showed buying interest in stocks that had suffered steep declines. Reports said some individuals participated in the buying, expecting high returns over a short period.

Foreign selling appeared to intensify after the comment, “Reduce semiconductors.” Trading flows confirmed that the scale of selling increased immediately after the comment.

Selling pressure also emerged despite favorable news. Selling dominance was observed to persist even in some situations involving favorable announcements.

The day’s trading flow unfolded intraday as “sell on news.” The trading direction of institutions and foreign investors influenced index movements.

By type of market participant, net selling by foreign investors stood out, while individuals participated heavily in net buying. The day’s market was characterized by a structure of sharp declines centered on large-cap stocks and concentrated buying by individuals.

No additional disclosures or company announcements related to the trading day were included in the article. Market participants need to check subsequent supply-and-demand flows.