South Korean shares rose on Friday, primarily driven by gains in major chipmakers, although the KOSPI index is still set for its third consecutive weekly decline due to elevated bond yields affecting investor sentiment.

IN · 2026-09-04

1. Step 1 · The triggerWithheld This step of the chain is withheld. The reason is set out in the notice above — a deliberate omission, not missing data.
2. Step 2 · Knock-onIncreased investor interest in semiconductor stocks leads to a temporary rise in the KOSPI index
3. Step 3 · Knock-onElevated bond yields create a counteracting pressure, leading to a decline in the KOSPI despite chip gains
4. Step 4 · Knock-onIndian SMEs supplying to electronics firms may see fluctuating demand based on South Korean market performance
5. Step 5 · Reaches youOverall market uncertainty may lead to cautious spending by Indian SMEs reliant on tech sector orders

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Source: IN:Economic Times

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