Global Markets: S.Korean shares log best quarter in nearly 30 years on chipmaker rally

South Korean stocks celebrated their best quarter in almost three decades, driven by a phenomenal surge in chipmakers. The KOSPI index soared, with tech giants Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix posting impressive gains, fueled by a new government strategy for semiconductor and AI investments. Despite some volatility, the market’s performance highlights a strong investor focus on the AI-driven chip sector’s potential.