Korean stocks turned positive as domestic funds bought back Samsung shares. The Korea Composite Stock Price Index remained higher during the 10 a.m. hour Tokyo time.
Korean stocks turned positive, with reports that domestic funds bought back Samsung shares. Current market movements show the Korea Composite Stock Price Index trending higher.
By comparison, Japanese stocks remained sharply lower, with the Nikkei 225 down more than ¥660. Meanwhile, buying of Samsung shares has supported Korean stocks.
The article identifies MINKABU PRESS as the byline and follows developments in the Korean market as related stock news dated the same day.
Overall, domestic funds buying back Samsung shares is viewed as a factor supporting the Korean stock market.