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Pulse AI Brief
Updated Feb 22, 2026 10:00 PM ET
South Korea's Kospi index reached a new high as Asian markets largely shrugged off the latest tariff announcements by U.S. President Donald Trump. Despite the imposition of global tariffs of 15%, investors showed resilience, focusing instead on potential long-term trade clarity.
The Kospi's rise indicates investor confidence in the region's economic fundamentals, while other Asian indices also showed gains. This suggests that markets are pricing in a resolution or mitigation of tariff impacts.
The market reaction underscores a broader sentiment that geopolitical tensions, while impactful, may not derail economic growth in Asia. It also highlights the need for clarity in U.S. trade policies.
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