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Hanwha Solutions Q1 operating profit up 205 percent to 92.6 billion won

Hanwha Solutions said first-quarter operating profit rose 205.5 percent from a year earlier to 92.6 billion won, while revenue increased 25.5 percent to 3.88 trillion won on a consolidated basis. It marked a return to operating profit for the first time in three quarters since the second quarter of 2025. The company said U.S. solar customs delays eased, plant operations normalised and profitability improved across renewable energy, chemicals and advanced materials.

Finance

KOSPI outlook after record highs: semiconductors, dollar and earnings in focus

South Korean stocks are extending a record-high run, keeping attention on factors likely to drive the market next. The market sees a semiconductor-led rally likely to continue for now despite near-term overheating concerns, but expects sector moves to diverge depending on the U.S. Federal Reserve’s policy rate decision, whether the dollar turns weaker and the direction of international oil prices. Investors are also watching the corporate earnings season for guidance.

Finance

Korea Exchange says KOSPI hits record high on strong semiconductor outlook and improving foreign flows

South Korea\'s KOSPI ended on April 21 at 6,388.47, surpassing its previous record close set on Feb. 26, and also topped the prior intraday high. Market capitalisation rose to a record 5,236.2 trillion won. The Korea Exchange said the index rebounded in April on expectations for semiconductor results and improved foreign investor flows, supported by expanding global AI memory demand. Foreigners and institutions were net buyers on the day.