KOSPI
The index reclaimed the 5,450 level early on led by large-cap chipmakers, but volatility surged as foreign and institutional investors turned net sellers in the afternoon, pulling the index into negative territory.
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Financial Market Closing Briefing for November 13, 2026
Key Takeaways
- The KOSPI rebounded over 2% early in the session but surrendered all gains in the afternoon, closing down 0.98% at 5,290.53.
- The KOSDAQ gained 0.45% to close at 699.66, buoyed by net buying in tech and bio shares.
- Wall Street traded mixed, with the Nasdaq falling 0.39% amid uncertainties over Nvidia leadership changes and upward pressure on oil prices.
KOSDAQ
After surging up to 3-4% intraday, the KOSDAQ trimmed its gains but still finished modestly higher, supported by resilient performances in pharma/biotech and robotics names.
NASDAQ
The Nasdaq took a breather, sliding 0.39% as shockwaves from Nvidia's CEO resignation were partially offset by spillover gains in rival chipmakers like AMD and ongoing oil price volatility.
Today's Watchlist
- Assess the fallout of Nvidia's leadership change on the global AI semiconductor supply chain and supply-demand flows for South Korean chip leaders Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix.
- Monitor support around the KOSPI 5,300 level amid elevated intraday volatility and watch for potential directional shifts in foreign trading flows.
- Track interest rate volatility linked to global inflation data releases, including U.S. PPI, alongside crude oil price trajectories.
Risk Note
This briefing is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any financial asset. Heightened market volatility may occur due to fluctuations in global tech equities and macroeconomic indicators; exercise caution when making investment decisions.
Last updated: 2026-11-13 16:00:29