https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/once-hot-ai-trade-leaves-korean-stocks-struggling-for-buyersContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/once-hot-ai-trade-leaves-korean-stocks-struggling-for-buyershttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/once-hot-ai-trade-leaves-korean-stocks-struggling-for-buyers#u122752Thu, 15 Oct 2026 02:43:11 +0000Foreign investors are fleeing South Korean stocks as the AI boom loses momentum. Seoul shares have plunged over 3% due to tech sell-off amid Middle East and inflation concerns. Korea's KOSPI, once the world's hottest AI market, has turned cold, down 24% in the second half despite a 50% yearly gain.Why it mattersThe decline in Korean stocks is attributed to the loss of steam in the AI trade, which had previously driven growth. This shift has led to a significant sell-off in tech stocks, contributing to the overall market decline. The situation is further complicated by global economic