오늘(2026-07-04)의 경제와 엔터테인먼트 Briefing
OECD predicts South Korea's 2026 economic growth at 2.6%, staying optimistic about the semiconductor industry. The KOSPI is showing mixed results amidst extreme volatility, with a noticeable drop in sidelined investment funds. The government is pushing "Mega Projects" to boost state momentum, while protests at the election commission office are dwindling in size.
오늘(2026-07-04)의 경제와 엔터테인먼트 Briefing
오늘의 경제 및 증시 이슈
OECD, 한국 경제성장률 2.6% 전망 유지
The OECD released its "2026 Korea Economic" report, maintaining a 2.6% growth forecast for the country this year. They noted that it's too early to declare the end of the semiconductor boom, suggesting continued growth potential for the industry.

KOSPI Volatility and Retail Investors' Bargain Hunting
The KOSPI opened with mixed signals as bargain hunters stepped in after yesterday's plunge, while tech stocks on the U.S. market remained weak. So far, retail investors have net-bought 541.8 billion won, while foreigners have net-sold 543.1 billion won.

Decrease in Sidelined Stock Market Funds
With the market experiencing extreme volatility, the cash waiting on the sidelines has noticeably shrunk after hitting record highs. According to Kiwoom Securities, there has been a shift in rotation toward other sectors like power equipment, defense, and biotech, and the volume of shares changing hands has slowed down.

Forced Liquidation of Margin Trading Reaches 3.1525 Trillion Won
Driven by the first-half surge in semiconductor stocks and increased volatility, the total for forced liquidations (margin calls) hit 3.1525 trillion won. Analysts suggest that if the KOSPI drops by another 5%, an additional 7.3 trillion won in forced liquidations could be triggered.
정치 및 정책 동향
Government Pushes "Mega Projects" to Revitalize Governance
Entering his second year in office, President Lee Jae-myung is centering his policy on "Mega Projects" to regain momentum. Amid recent dips in approval ratings, he is strengthening his push for economic revitalization through "balanced national growth" and "large-scale AI investments."

Protests at Olympic Park Vote Counting Station Shrink
The size of the protests has noticeably decreased following the National Assembly's Special Committee on Investigation's on-site inspection of the Jamsil vote counting station. Only about 100 people were reported to have attended the rally at Olympic Park on July 3.

"Korea Premium Weeks 2026" to Boost Capital Market Standing
To address the "Korea Discount" issue, the government is organizing an international event called "Korea Premium Weeks 2026." This policy project aims to enhance the global appeal of the local capital market.
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