KOSPI plunges 3.65% despite Samsung's record earnings

The KOSPI, South Korea's benchmark stock index, fell sharply by 3.65% on Monday, extending its losing streak to four consecutive sessions. This decline took the index below the 6,400 mark, with a total loss of 619.50 points or 8.85% since October 6. The drop in KOSPI comes despite Samsung Electronics' record earnings announced last Thursday, which typically would boost investor confidence. The persistent selling by foreign investors has put significant pressure on the KOSPI, making it challenging for the index to recover.

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The KOSPI index plunged despite Samsung's record earnings. This suggests that investor sentiment is negative and the market is experiencing a downturn.

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