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Report published August 13, 2026

Goldman Sachs Regional Wrap: August 13, 2026 – Asia Market Analysis

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Report date
August 13, 2026
Analysis as of
August 13, 2026

Authors / editors: Sean Low (Analyst), Peter Sheren (Vice President), Rachel Hu (Analyst)

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Asian markets performed inconsistently following an in-line US CPI print, with Korea leading on AI/semiconductor strength while regional metals and energy stocks faced selling pressure. Sentiment is currently bifurcated by a rotational shift toward AI infrastructure in North Asia versus index-linked outflows elsewhere.

Key Takeaways

  • 1.Asia markets showed mixed performance; Korea entered a technical bull market driven by memory chipmakers and AI optimism, while Hong Kong and India lagged.
  • 2.An in-line US CPI print provided a generally constructive macro backdrop, easing fears of imminent Fed rate hikes.
  • 3.Commodity-linked sectors including metals, energy, and materials experienced broad selling pressure across Asian markets.

Table of Contents

  • What Drove Markets?
  • Chart We're Watching
  • APAC Equity Rating Changes, Past 24 Hours
  • Regional Wraps
  • GS HT Flow Color
  • HT Flow Activity

Report data

HT Flow Activity By Country — as of August 13, 2026.

MetricEstimateContext
India July Headline CPI Inflation4.5%19-month high
Brent Crude Oil89 USD/bblClouding the fiscal and inflation outlook for India.

Reports in this series

GS Regional Wrap is shown in chronological order through this edition, published on August 13, 2026.

  1. Jul 31GS Korea KOSPI +18, Taiwan TAIEX +8, Japan NKY +4

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Authors / Editors

Sean Low · AnalystPeter Sheren · Vice PresidentRachel Hu · Analyst

Reported Data Context

  • India July Headline CPI Inflation: 4.5 percent (July 2026)
  • Brent Crude Oil: 89 USD/bbl (Current)

Securities

Samsung Electronics700 HK1997 HK

Themes

AI Trade RevivalDomestic Tech Self-Sufficiency

Regions

Asia PacificKoreaChinaHong Kong