Both the domestic and U.S. stock markets recorded gains, drawing investors' attention to the direction of the domestic market on Monday, the first trading day of next week. Following sharp rises in the KOSPI and KOSDAQ, the New York stock market also closed higher, fueling growing expectations for improved investor sentiment across the broader market.

Domestic Market Shows Strength, Led by Semiconductor, AI, and Secondary Battery Sectors

On the 11th, the KOSPI closed at 7,475.94, up 184.03 points (2.52%) from the previous trading day. The KOSDAQ gained 43.43 points (5.47%) to finish at 837.43, showing a relatively higher rate of increase. Buying interest flowed into sectors related to semiconductors, artificial intelligence (AI), and secondary batteries, driving the index higher.

All Three Major New York Indices Close Higher

The U.S. New York stock market also continued its upward trend. The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed at 52,637.01, up 149.60 points (0.29%), while the S&P 500 index rose 31.75 points (0.42%) to 7,575.39. The Nasdaq Composite also finished at 26,281.61, up 74.72 points (0.29%), with all three major indices ending the week in positive territory.

In the U.S. market, expectations for AI industry growth remained strong. Buying continued in tech stocks, including semiconductor companies, and optimism about corporate earnings also supported investor sentiment. Although geopolitical uncertainties have not been fully resolved, the market showed a greater focus on growth industries.

Positive Impact Expected on Monday's Domestic Market, but Variables Remain

The simultaneous strength in global stock markets is expected to have a positive impact on the domestic market on Monday. Analysts suggest that the U.S. market rally could stimulate foreign investors' risk appetite and create a favorable investment environment for domestic stocks related to semiconductors, AI, power infrastructure, and data centers.

However, some caution that it is premature to assume the upward trend will continue uninterrupted. Geopolitical tensions between the United States and Iran remain a market variable, and movements in international oil prices and exchange rates could also affect investor sentiment. Some also note that given the sharp index gains over a short period, the possibility of profit-taking sell-offs should be taken into account.

Market experts believe that while the U.S. market's upward momentum could contribute to a positive start for the domestic market, the actual intraday direction will likely depend on foreign investor activity, semiconductor sector trends, and global news. Therefore, while the domestic market on Monday has a higher probability of opening higher, investors are advised to prepare for expanded intraday volatility.

[※ This article was generated using AI. It was reconstructed based on publicly available market data and objective information. Financial markets are subject to real-time fluctuations. Investment decisions should be made carefully at your own discretion after verifying the latest disclosures and market prices.]