Seoul stocks up late Thurs. morning on extended chip rally (opens original article in a new tab)

Seoul stocks rose in late Thursday morning as retail investors bought semiconductors, with the KOSPI up 0.73% but later trimming gains. Investors remain cautious due to U.S. Fed policy uncertainty, while some large caps fell.

• Seoul stocks rose on semiconductor buying by retail investors.
• KOSPI up 0.73% but trimmed gains due to foreign selling.
• U.S. Fed's policy uncertainty affects investor caution.
• Samsung and SK hynix gained, while Hyundai and others declined.