Seoul shares down late Tuesday morning on tech losses

Seoul shares fell late Tuesday morning due to losses in technology stocks, which were driven by concerns over rising bond yields at their highest levels in decades. This decline is significant for markets because it indicates a potential shift in investor sentiment, as rising bond yields can make borrowing more expensive and impact the overall economy. The Korea Composite Stock Price Index (KOSPI) dropped 0.56 percent to 6,964.85, with foreigners and individuals selling a net of 737.21 billion won and 34 billion won worth of stocks, respectively.

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Rising bond yields are at multidecade highs, which could lead to decreased investor sentiment. This may cause a decline in technology stocks, affecting the overall market.

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