South Korea's benchmark KOSPI index closed 2.52% higher on Thursday, propelled by sustained buying in semiconductor stocks.
The broad market rally was anchored by a wave of buying in the technology sector, which has been a key driver of regional equity performance.
The index briefly reclaimed the psychologically significant 9,000-point level for the first time in weeks, jumping more than 5% at one point during the session.
The Korean won also strengthened against the dollar as foreign investors returned to risk assets, signaling a shift in sentiment toward emerging markets.
The index briefly reclaimed the psychologically significant 9,000-point level for the first time in weeks, jumping more than 5% at one point during the session.
This intraday surge highlights the volatility and momentum currently characterizing the Korean market, with semiconductor names leading the charge.
The move reflects broader optimism in the tech sector, which has seen renewed interest from global investors.