BUSINESS

• US stock futures ticked higher, with S&P 500 contracts rising 0.1% and Nasdaq 100 futures rebounding 0.4%. • Investors are closely monitoring upcoming results from Micron Technology Inc. to determine if AI spending continues to meet market expectations. • The movement follows a period of volatility where the main index dropped over 3% due to valuation concerns, while South Korea’s Kospi recovered 3.3%.

• Global technology stocks faced a severe sell-off on Tuesday, led by South Korea's Kospi index, which crashed 10% to close at 8,203 from a previous 9,114. • Major semiconductor firms Samsung and SK Hynix slumped, contributing to the downturn alongside declines in Japan's Nikkei 225 and the Nasdaq. • The rout is driven by widespread profit booking, signaling a deepening correction in the global tech sector.

• IBM shares surged on Tuesday, defying a broader downward trend that pressured the rest of the technology sector. • The stock's growth occurs as investors shift focus toward specific AI-driven value plays despite general market volatility. • This divergence highlights a growing split in investor confidence between legacy tech giants and newer growth stocks.

• The European Central Bank (ECB) has released its consolidated financial statement for the Eurosystem as of 19 June 2026. • The ECB is responsible for maintaining price stability in the euro area to preserve the purchasing power of the euro. • The central bank's main task is focused on the European Union countries that have adopted the euro.

• South Korean shares fell over 4%, briefly triggering a trading curb as foreign investors took profits from semiconductor giants Samsung and SK Hynix. • The KOSPI's recent chip-led rally faced a significant setback due to this sudden sell-off in heavyweight technology stocks. • South Korea’s market watchdog chief warned that the rapid approval of leveraged funds linked to chip stocks may have intensified market volatility.

• Thailand’s SET Index closed at 1,540.90 points on June 23, 2026, marking a significant decline of 33.23 points or 2.11%. • The market saw a total trading value of THB 114.17 billion during the session. • This downturn reflects broader volatility within the Thai and foreign stock markets and the global economy.

• Global consumer market M&A is projected to remain stable and selective through 2026, focusing on strategic portfolio rebalancing and securing new capabilities. • Key examples of this trend include Mars' acquisition of Kellanova, completed in December 2025, which expanded its global brand reach. • The proposed Union Pacific–Norfolk Southern rail merger, one of 2025's largest deals, highlights a shift toward consolidation to improve supply-chain reliability and e-commerce fulfillment.

• South Korea's Kospi index plummeted nearly 10% on Tuesday, driven by a massive selloff in the technology sector. • The slump was triggered by regulatory concerns regarding the rapid approval of leveraged products tied to semiconductor shares, which launched only one month ago. • Investor sentiment was further dampened by an ongoing MSCI review and broader market volatility.

• South Korea's benchmark KOSPI index experienced a sharp sell-off, plunging more than 10 per cent. • The crash was triggered by investors rushing to book profits in AI-linked stocks, leading to a 20-minute trading halt to stabilize the market. • This event highlights the volatility of the AI sector and the potential for rapid corrections following periods of intense growth.

• Global stock markets experienced a significant downturn as investors began selling off high-flying technology stocks. • South Korean shares were particularly hard hit, plunging by 10% amid the market volatility. • The sell-off was triggered by growing investor anxiety regarding "frothy" valuations and the sustainability of recent tech gains.

• Global stock markets, from Wall Street to Asia, are experiencing a sell-off as investors begin to question the soaring valuations of AI-driven companies. • Despite the current dip, major US indices have seen significant growth this year, with the Nasdaq up 10%, the S&P 500 up 7.3%, and the Dow jumping 6% to surpass 51,000 points. • The volatility is driven by concerns over massive spending on AI infrastructure, with some economists warning that the current trend mirrors the dot-com bubble of the early 2000s.

• South Korea's KOSPI index plummeted 9.99% on June 8, 2026, marking its steepest daily decline since March. • The crash was triggered by U.S. jobs data that sparked a global technology selloff, severely impacting major firms like Samsung and SK Hynix. • This volatility is significant as the Korean market often serves as a leading indicator for retail sentiment shifts, which can influence other assets including cryptocurrencies.

• The Sensex and Nifty plummeted over 1% on Tuesday, driven by global market weakness, significant losses in the IT sector, and a weakening rupee. • Market sentiment was further pressured by fresh outflows from foreign institutional investors (FIIs), leading to a sharp decline in overall indices. • Investors are now monitoring critical technical levels and global cues on Wednesday to determine if the market will stabilize or continue its downward trend.

• The S&P 500 and Nasdaq closed lower on Monday, primarily driven by declines in megacap technology stocks such as Alphabet. • Investors are currently monitoring the market volatility as they assess ongoing developments in US-Iran negotiations. • Former Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan died Monday at age 100 due to complications from Parkinson's Disease.

• US stock markets traded near record highs on Monday, driven by positive investor sentiment and easing oil prices. • Market optimism was fueled by hopes for progress in diplomatic talks between the US and Iran. • Despite the gains, rising Treasury yields indicated ongoing investor concerns regarding inflation and future interest rate hikes.

• Asian markets plummeted on Tuesday, highlighted by South Korea's KOSPI index falling nearly 10% and triggering a trading halt. • The crash was driven by tech sector profit-taking, fears of U.S. interest rate hikes, and reports that SK Hynix is scaling back its HBM4 expansion. • The downturn extended to major firms like Alphabet and SpaceX, while S&P 500 Futures dipped 1%, suggesting further losses for Wall Street.

• South Korea's KOSPI index climbed 0.73% to reach 9,118.50, driven by strong performance in the technology and export sectors. • The growth was fueled by high semiconductor demand and ongoing AI developments, specifically benefiting industry leaders Samsung and SK Hynix. • This surge underscores South Korea's critical role in global tech supply chains, particularly for cloud computing and data center infrastructure.

• Indian stock markets crashed, wiping out over ₹4 trillion in investor wealth and reducing the total BSE market capitalization to ₹475.08 trillion. • The downturn was triggered by weak global cues, specifically a 10% plunge in South Korea's KOSPI index, alongside F&O expiry pressures. • Sectoral losses were led by Nifty Metal (-3.2%) and Nifty IT (-1.2%), while the India VIX spiked 8.5% to 13.94, signaling high market volatility.