[Morning 2026-03-04] Geopolitical Market Volatility: KOSPI Plunges as Samsung and SK Hynix Tumble

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Samsung Electronics (005930) · SK Hynix (000660) Geopolitical Crisis Shakes the KOSPI: Semiconductor Giants Face Severe Volatility The South Korean stock market experienced a historic downturn on March 3, 2026, as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East sent shockwaves through global financial markets. Samsung Electronics (005930) and SK Hynix (000660), the dual pillars of the … Read more

[Morning 2026-03-01] Strait of Hormuz Blockade: Is S-Oil (010950) the Ultimate Safe Haven?

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S-Oil (010950) The Strait of Hormuz Blockade: Global Energy Markets on Edge In a dramatic escalation of the conflict in the Middle East, reports are emerging that the Strait of Hormuz—the world’s most vital energy chokepoint—has been effectively blockaded. This narrow waterway, which separates the Persian Gulf from the Gulf of Oman, handles approximately 20% … Read more