KOSPI 7.9% plunge, 7,400line breached…Semiconductor conditions and ETFs shake the market
The KOSPI 7.9% to 7,400line. Amid claims that the semiconductor sector had reached its peak, investment expansion was reported in Hong Kong amid discussions that “Samjeon-Nix” was undervalued, while some Chinese semiconductor ETFs recorded 238% returns.
The KOSPI 7.9% to 7,400line. The sharp index decline was linked to concerns in the semiconductor sector, increasing market volatility.
Some in the market reported that weakened expectations for Meta-related investment had led to claims that the semiconductor sector had reached its peak. Following the claim, selling pressure on semiconductor-related stocks intensified.
Hong Kong investors were reported to view “Samjeon-Nix” as still undervalued and to be expanding their investment. These international capital flows affected supply and demand for domestic semiconductor stocks.
Some China-focused semiconductor ETFs have recently recorded returns of 238%. Asset managers cited diversification as the key, and a particular ETF was mentioned as having posted returns of more than 1this year.
Meanwhile, reports said that more individual investors holding leveraged 2x products had suffered losses. Over the same period, China semiconductor ETFs posted strong returns, producing divergent investment outcomes.
Some semiconductor ETFs reportedly reduced their exposure to high-flying stocks and adjusted their holdings to focus on growth stocks. Changes in ETF allocation strategies prompted investor reactions.
The index opened higher that day before turning lower, and after 16trading days, it fell to the 7,400level. Intraday volatility continued to increase.
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