Asian stock markets tumble as tech sector faces sell-off
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Stock markets in South Korea, Japan, Taiwan
Asia
July 28, 2026
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South Korea's KOSPI index fell nearly 11% on July 28, 2026. Semiconductor stocks led the decline following reports of China's breakthrough in chip manufacturing. Global tech sell-off continues as investors question the returns on AI investments.
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