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On July 14, 2026, Asian stock markets declined sharply, led by South Korea's Kospi index which fell 2.7% amid a rout in AI-related stocks. The sell-off spilled over into US markets, with SK Hynix's American depositary shares dropping 9.3%. MSCI's broad gauge for Asia Pacific shares fell 0.6%. The decline was driven by concerns over the AI sector, with chip stocks particularly affected. The article, published by The Business Times Singapore, highlights the interconnectedness of global markets and the impact of AI stock volatility on regional indices.
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MSCI’s gauge for Asia Pacific shares falls 0.6%
Published: Tue, Jul 14, 2026 · 09:50 AM
Asian markets fell on Tuesday, led by a sharp decline in South Korea’s Kospi index, which dropped 2.7% as a sell-off in artificial intelligence-related stocks intensified.
MSCI’s broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan declined 0.6%.
Chip Sector Under Pressure
The semiconductor sector was in focus after SK Hynix’s American depositary shares fell 9.3%, as an AI-fuelled stock rout in South Korea spilled over into the US market.
Oil Prices Extend Gains
Oil extended gains amid ongoing supply concerns, though the broader market mood remained cautious due to the technology sector weakness.
Photo: EPA — The chip sector was in focus after SK Hynix’s American depositary shares fell 9.3% as an AI-fuelled stock rout in South Korea spilled over into the US market.
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South Korean Kospi Plunges Nearly 10% on Tech Selloff and Regulatory Warnings