South Korea’s Kospi has gained more than 66% this year on AI and corporate governance reform bets

South Korea’s Kospi has gained more than 66% this year on AI and corporate governance reform bets

South Korean chipmaker points to difficulty in meeting demand as it posts record profits

Agreement will reduce auto tariffs on Seoul to 15% in return for $350bn of investment in US

South Korea's benchmark Kospi index has surged to a record high, propelled by a powerful mix of AI-driven semiconductor optimism.