South Korea's benchmark Kospi index recovered from early losses late Wednesday, driven by a wave of bargain hunting from individual investors.
The rally came as traders offloaded semiconductor and large-cap technology shares, sectors that had faced significant pressure in the previous session.
The benchmark opened sharply higher before reversing course, only to find support later in the morning.
This intraday volatility highlights the ongoing sensitivity of Korean equities to global tech sentiment, with domestic retail traders stepping in to buy the dip after the sharp sell-off reported earlier in the week.
The recovery follows a modest advance on Tuesday, when the Kospi traded slightly higher, buoyed by overnight gains on Wall Street.
The current session's dynamics suggest that while selling pressure persists in high-beta tech names, underlying demand from local investors remains resilient, preventing a deeper slide in the broader market.