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(URGENT) Seoul shares open sharply higher on U.S. tech gains

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South Korean shares opened sharply higher on Thursday, August 13, driven by a strong market rally. The surge in the Seoul stock market was directly propelled by gains in the technology sector, specifically benefiting from a broader chip rally and positive momentum stemming from U.S. tech sector performances.

The sharp opening gains reflect the interconnected nature of regional Asian markets with global technology trends, highlighting how U.S. market movements heavily influence investor sentiment and equity pricing in South Korea.

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Yonhap English (Seoul, South Korea) (KR) Emphasizes domestic semiconductor sector performance driving the market rally.
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