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Asia markets rebound from early losses as South Korea jumps, shrugging off chip slump
Asia-Pacific markets saw a significant rebound from early losses, driven mainly by a strong performance from South Korea's Kospi, which jumped 4.65%. The Nikkei 225 in Japan rose 1.36%, showing a broader regional recovery as investors shifted away from technology stocks towards more stable investments. Other markets, including Australia's S&P/ASX 200 and Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index, also reported gains, contributing to a generally positive atmosphere despite ongoing volatility in the tech sector.
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Published 3 Jul 2026, 06:55 UTC1 min read
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Summary
TL;DR
- Asia-Pacific markets rebounded in afternoon trade
- South Korea's Kospi jumped 4.65%
- Japan's Nikkei 225 rose by 1.36%
- Australia's S&P/ASX 200 increased by 1.39%
- U.S. markets were closed for Independence Day
Interesting facts
- The Kospi's performance contrasts with a decline in the tech sector
- Japan's index gains show resilience amid global uncertainties
- Investors seem to be rotating portfolios towards more stable sectors
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