Thai Enquirer News Summary – October 6, 2026

[Opening Market] KOSPI Hovers Around 7,000 as KOSDAQ Reclaims 900 Despite Nasdaq Record

A record-setting rally on the Nasdaq offered a tailwind to domestic markets on Oct. 6, but the KOSPI struggled to hold the 7,000 level as selling pressure emerged intraday.

• KOSPI opens at 7,044.67, up 0.58% but falls to 6,996.41 by morning
• Nasdaq reaches record 27,477.31, tech stocks surge
• KOSDAQ reclaims 900 level, biotech sector drives gains

1h ago ·businesskorea.co.kr

Oil Price Today (October 6): Crude oil below $101 as supply concerns ease but Houthi attack keeps traders on edge

Brent crude futures gained 20 cents to $100.54 a barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate crude futures rose 12 cents, or 0.13%, to $89.50 a barrel.

• Crude oil prices fell below $101 due to easing supply concerns
• Ongoing Houthi attacks in Yemen keep traders cautious
• JPMorgan warns prices could reach $120 if conflict persists

1h ago ·economictimes.indiatimes.com

MOHE: 1.16 million PTPTN borrowers owe RM10.7b in outstanding repayments

A TOTAL of 1.16 million borrowers owe the National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN) RM10.7 billion in outstanding loan repayments as of August 31, said the Ministry of Higher Education…

1h ago ·thevibes.com