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Seoul stocks open lower amid resumed military attacks in Mideast
KR🏛️ PoliticsCenter6 hr. ago

Seoul stocks open lower amid resumed military attacks in Mideast

South Korean stocks opened lower on Tuesday, influenced by declines in U.S. markets due to renewed military tensions between the United States and Iran. The Korea Composite Stock Price Index dropped 1.24 percent to 6,735.21, with major companies like Samsung Electronics and Hanwha Aerospace experiencing significant losses. U.S. indices such as the Dow Jones and S&P 500 also fell overnight, driven by concerns over inflation and geopolitical risks. While some sectors like pharmaceuticals saw gains, overall investor sentiment remained cautious amid ongoing regional instability.

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Seoul stocks open lower amid resumed military attacks in Mideast

South Korean stocks opened lower on Tuesday, influenced by declines in U.S. markets due to renewed military tensions between the United States and Iran. The Korea Composite Stock Price Index dropped 1.24 percent to 6,735.21, with major companies like Samsung Electronics and Hanwha Aerospace experiencing significant losses. U.S. indices such as the Dow Jones and S&P 500 also fell overnight, driven by concerns over inflation and geopolitical risks. While some sectors like pharmaceuticals saw gains, overall investor sentiment remained cautious amid ongoing regional instability.

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