Kospi jumps 6% as Asia's battered semiconductor trade rebounds

Asian stocks rallied on Wednesday as investors returned to semiconductor shares after a bruising sell-off, taking their cue from a Wall Street rebound even as Brent crude pushed further above $91 a barrel. MSCI's Asia-Pacific gauge outside Japan gained 1.2%, while South Korea's Kospi surged more than 6% and Japan's Nikkei 225 climbed 1.9%.

Invezz • Jul 22, 2026

Single-Country Swagger: Capture Localized Alpha With These ETFs

When it comes to broad international equities exposure, the sum of the parts is traditionally greater than the whole. Today, however, single-country exposure is also proving that individual parts can deliver a whole lot of performance.

ETF Trends • Jul 17, 2026

Asia's Stock Market Boom Isn't Over. Why the Blockbuster Gains Can Continue.

Of the two hottest Asian markets, strategists are more bullish about South Korea than Taiwan.

Barrons • Jun 19, 2026

What The U.S.-Iran Peace Deal Means For Asia

The peace deal and partial resumption of oil flows reduce near-term inflation risks, giving some central banks (notably Taiwan and India) room to delay tightening. However, a broad pivot remains premature, as still-elevated oil prices, rising food price risks, and second-round effects keep the policy stance asymmetric and biased towards caution.

Seeking Alpha • Jun 19, 2026

If You Missed The Korean AI ETF Boom There Are The 2 Taiwanese Options With Direct Exposure To The Supply Chain

Taiwan is the world's most critical semiconductor manufacturing hub.

24/7 Wall Street • Jun 12, 2026

Taiwan-listed Ennoconn offers to buy Austria's Kontron in $1.7 billion deal

Taiwan-listed technology firm Ennoconn Corp said on Wednesday it ​has launched a takeover bid for Austria-based ‌Kontron , offering 23.50 euros per share to all its shareholders.

Reuters • Jun 10, 2026

Taiwan's 50 Richest 2026: AI Demand Drives Up Tycoons' Wealth By 56% To A Record $308 Billion

This story is part of Forbes' coverage of Taiwan's Richest 2026. See the full list here.

Forbes • Jun 10, 2026

Look to State Street, Invesco, VanEck for Top-Performing ETFs in 2026

The top-performing non-leveraged ETFs of 2026 span a distinct blend of digital assets, next-generation semiconductor technology, and localized international equity plays. For advisors assessing portfolio allocations heading into the second half of the year, these performance figures highlight a sustained risk-on appetite among investors.

ETF Trends • Jun 4, 2026

ETFs in the Spotlight as SoftBank Becomes Japan's Most Valued Company

ETFs come into focus as SoftBank dethrones Toyota as Japan's most valuable company, driven by AI infrastructure spending.

Zacks Investment Research • Jun 1, 2026

Taiwan tracks second Chinese 'combat' patrol in a week, sends ships and jets to monitor

Taiwan sent ships and fighter jets to monitor the second Chinese "joint combat readiness patrol" in a week near the island, as ​Taipei steps up its guard over Beijing's activities.

Reuters • May 25, 2026