Seoul shares close at fresh peak above 9,100 on chip gains amid U.S.-Iran talks (opens original article in a new tab)

South Korean stocks closed at a fresh all-time high above 9,100, driven by semiconductor gains and progress in U.S.-Iran talks.

• South Korean stocks closed at a new all-time high.
• Semiconductor shares drove the rally amid progress in U.S.-Iran talks.
• The KOSPI reached 9,114.55, up 0.69 percent.