India, July 1 -- Korea Stock Market Today (July 1, 2026): The KOSPI index opened on a positive note in early trade today, supported by strong global market signals and upbeat investor sentiment across Asia. Gains in U.S. technology stocks and expectations of steady interest rates helped improve risk appetite. Buying interest in large-cap technology and export-driven companies further strengthened the opening momentum.

As the South Korean benchmark KOSPI started the session at 8,591.50, rising 115.02 points (1.36%). The index was lifted by overnight gains on Wall Street, along with continued strength in the semiconductor and chip sectors. Additional support came from South Korea's strong June export data, which reinforced optimism about t...