Seoul shares open higher on gov't package to stabilize markets
SEOUL, Oct. 20 (Yonhap) -- South Korean stocks started stronger Monday as sentiment was lifted by the government's US$130 billion package to calm the financial markets, analysts said.
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KOSDAQ-open
KOSDAQ 355.72 UP 3.54 points (open)
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KOSPI-open
KOSPI 1,195.90 UP 15.23 points (open)
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FOREX-open
Dollar opens at 1,270.0 won DN from 1,334.0 won
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(EDITORIAL from the JoongAng Daily on Oct. 20)
Indiscreet remarks
On North Korean policy, the light-hearted, frivolous behavior by certain leading figures in the government have been always a problem.
(EDITORIAL from the Korea Herald on Oct. 20)
Putting end to panic
(EDITORIAL from the Korea Times on Oct. 20)
Wind of Change
Top headlines in major S. Korean newspapers
SEOUL, Oct. 20 (Yonhap) -- The following are the top headlines in major South Korean newspapers on Oct. 20.
