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Sign InIn a move reflecting optimism toward the industrial sector and AI, Morgan Stanley has upgraded South Korean equities to 'overweight' from 'equalweight'. Strategists at the bank identify a 'leverage washout' as an attractive entry point for investors following a period of significant market volatility. The bank forecasts a 36% upside potential for the Kospi index, setting a target level of 9,000 points.
This upgrade coincides with stabilizing domestic economic data, as South Korea's Consumer Confidence reached 106.8 in late July per market data, while Business Confidence improved to 82 points on July 29. These figures support Morgan Stanley's view that the Korean market is well-positioned to capitalize on the industrial super-cycle and AI demand, enhancing the appeal of Seoul-listed blue chips.
Regarding price action, the 0QYU.L instrument stood at 210.39 USD at the close of July 31, 2026, having traded within a range of 206.31 to 213.72 USD during that session. Traders are now watching for sustained momentum driven by institutional sentiment, with economic confidence levels serving as a key qualitative indicator for the index's path toward the new targets.