Korean Investors Increase Stakes in China's Hard Tech Despite Market Headwinds; ChiNext ETF, Zhongji Innolight See Net Buying

Amid intensified volatility in the Hong Kong and A-share markets, Korean investors have maintained net buying positions across multiple hard tech targets. In the Hong Kong market, data from the Korea Securities Depository and Clearing Corporation shows that as of October 12, Korean investors posted net purchases over the past month in products including the Southern East China ChiNext ETF, SMIC, and Hua Hong Macro. Specifically, Korean investors bought $12.4579 million worth of the Southern East China ChiNext ETF while selling only $11,800, reflecting a firm holding stance. In the A-share market, Korean investors increased positions in Oscon, Demingli, and Zhongji Innolight despite market trends, with net purchases totaling $1.3405 million, $995,600, and $588,100 respectively.