KOSPI
Closed for the weekend (most recent close on 2026-11-13 at 5,290.53, -0.98%). Faced downside pressure from profit-taking in mega-cap semiconductor and tech shares.
Headline
Weekend Market Briefing: US Tech Pullback and Rate Trajectory in Focus Amid Weekend Closure
Key Takeaways
- On Saturday, November 14, 2026, domestic equity markets are closed for the weekend; in the previous session on November 13, the KOSPI closed at 5,290.53 (-0.98%) and the KOSDAQ at 699.66 (+0.45%).
- In the US market on November 13, the Nasdaq fell 0.91% pressured by Nvidia leadership changes and 10-year Treasury yield levels, though it preserved weekly gains.
- Next week's market is likely to see key turning points driven by major AI tech earnings, Federal Reserve commentary, and global yield trends.
KOSDAQ
Closed for the weekend (most recent close on 2026-11-13 at 699.66, +0.45%). Diverged from the KOSPI with a modest rebound driven by stock-specific moves in biopharma.
NASDAQ
Most recent close (2026-11-13) at 25,136.27 (-0.91%). Underwent a pullback centered on chipmakers amid Nvidia executive transitions and yields holding above 5%.
Today's Watchlist
- Upcoming Q3 earnings results and forward guidance from major Big Tech names, including Nvidia
- Speeches by Federal Reserve officials and expectations for the benchmark rate path at the December FOMC meeting
- Whether the US 10-year Treasury yield settles above 5% and the resulting spillover effects of USD/KRW volatility on the domestic market
Risk Note
Heightened volatility across domestic and global markets may persist next week given the upward trend in long-term US Treasury yields and elevated short-term fluctuations in the AI value chain, warranting portfolio diversification and disciplined risk management.
Last updated: 2026-11-14 16:00:26