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Jul 12, 2026

KOSPI Fluctuates Due to Weakness in Semiconductors, Strong Performance in Entertainment and Financial Stocks

The weakness in the semiconductor sector has imposed downward pressure on the stock market, while entertainment, culture, and financial stocks showed relative strength. Samsung Electronics announced the introduction of Gemini Enterprise and accelerated the transition to AX, and the labor union reported that 84% of members oppose the Honam semiconductor project.


KOSPI Fluctuates Due to Weakness in Semiconductors, Strong Performance in Entertainment and Financial Stocks

The weakness in the semiconductor sector has exerted downward pressure on KOSPI, while entertainment, culture, and financial stocks showed relatively strong trends. Investors are adjusting prices by narrowing the distinctions between sectors.

In the meantime, concerns about a peak-out in the semiconductor industry and the potential for geopolitical tensions have been cited as factors putting pressure on the stock market.

The Samsung Electronics labor union reported that % of members expressed opposing views on the Honam semiconductor project and stated that this issue will be raised in next year's labor negotiations.

Samsung Electronics announced the introduction of Gemini Enterprise, stating it will accelerate the transition to AX. The company revealed plans for internal system transitions and the introduction of artificial intelligence.

According to export statistics, semiconductor exports reached a record high of billion dollars, and total exports increased by % compared to the previous year. The statistics were announced on the day of the month.

Market participants are focusing on semiconductor performance, export indicators, and labor issues. This has resulted in differentiated stock price movements by sector.

The day's report included corporate announcements, statistical figures, and union opinions. Additional disclosures and next quarter's earnings schedules are considered important variables. 84% expressed opposition, and it stated that this issue will be raised in next year's labor negotiations. 112billion dollars 53.9% 7month 13date

Sources: 국내언론,매일경제 산업,파이낸셜뉴스 산업,연합뉴스 경제

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