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Korea Herald
08-08-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
Seoul shares finish lower on profit taking, decline in defense stocks
Seoul shares closed lower Friday as investors offloaded defense and other major stocks on profit-taking amid lingering concerns over US President Donald Trump's import tariffs. The Korean won also fell against the US dollar. The benchmark Korea Composite Stock Price Index fell 17.67 points, or 0.55 percent, to close at 3,210.01. Despite the decline, the main index rose 2.9 percent this week. Trade volume was moderate at 334.19 million shares worth 11.2 trillion won ($8.06 billion). Decliners outnumbered gainers 487 to 384. Overnight, US stocks ended mixed. The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 0.51 percent, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite rose 0.35 percent. In Seoul, institutions and foreign investors sold a net 131.9 billion won and 157.2 billion won worth of stocks, respectively, while individual investors bought a net 183 billion won. "In particular, investors dumped some defense stocks on profit-taking amid expectations that the planned US-Russia summit next week may bring an end to the Russia-Ukraine war," Hwang Jun-ho, an analyst at Sangsangin Investment & Securities Co., said over the phone. Defense industry stocks led the KOSPI's decline. Hanwha Aerospace Industries plunged 5.47 percent to 881,000 won, Hyundai Rotem fell 4.87 percent to 183,500 won, and LIG Nex1 tumbled 14.9 percent to 513,000 won. Chipmaker SK hynix dropped 2.1 percent to 256,500 won, while leading shipbuilder HD Hyundai Heavy Industries shed 1.79 percent to 466,500 won. LG Chem declined 5.47 percent to 276,500 won, and major steelmaker POSCO Holdings slipped 0.67 percent to 295,500 won. Among gainers, market bellwether Samsung Electronics rose 1.84 percent to 71,800 won, and Hanwha Ocean, the shipbuilding unit of Hanwha Group, climbed 0.6 percent to 117,700 won. Samsung Electronics extended gains for a second straight session on news that the company will manufacture Apple Inc.'s next-generation processor at its foundry in Austin, Texas. KT&G, the country's dominant tobacco company, jumped 6.28 percent to 147,200 won. The local currency was quoted at 1,389.60 won against the greenback at 3:30 p.m., down 8.4 won from the previous session. (Yonhap)
Time of India
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Squid Game season 3 ending: There are three things that have not been answered in the third season
The famous series Squid Game has now ended with its third season but Netflix is likely to continue the story through spin-offs. And also the idea was hinted at with a surprise cameo appearance by Hollywood actress Cate Blanchett. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Spoiler Ahead: The third season was indeed very emotional and disheartening both at the same time because of the deaths of many characters and which left the fans heartbroken. The popular series of Netflix, has come to an end with its third season, However, the ending was left open and which was providing hope that there might be a spin-off in the future. Although Season 3 answered many questions, it still left a few mysteries unresolved. "Cate Blanchett's Cameo appearance at Global Squid Games and Mysterious Origins" In the season 1 of the Squid Game , this thing was revealed that this deadly and dangerous Squid Games have been going on for so many years, but in the show it was never explained how and where exactly the game started. And in the final episode , The appearance of Cate Blanchett as a recruiter, suggests that Squid Games are also being played in other countries around the world. Hwang Jun-ho's Search for the Truth Ends Without Answers: In the series Hwang Jun-ho, played by Wi Ha-joon is a police officer who begins to look into the enigmatic disappearance of people. And his investigation takes him to the island where the deadly Squid Games takes place. At the end of Season 1, he gets shot by the Frontman, who is revealed to be his own brother. In Seasons 2 and 3, Jun-ho again returns and continues searching for the island and his brother, eventually his investigation doesn't lead to any clear and definite answers and he finds his brother again, but things don't go well as he is forced to escape from the island without even solving the mystery. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The Frontman's Past Remains a Mystery Despite Key Reveals: This Character The Frontman, whose real name is Hwang In-ho , plays a significant role in Squid Game. But, the show does not clearly explain how he first got involved in the games. And in season 2, it's shortly mentioned that his wife was sick, and also he joined the game to win money. In season three, he is shown killing other players while they were asleep, and he did this to win the game. While viewers learn a little about his life, his full backstory remains a mystery and not completely explained.
Geek Tyrant
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Geek Tyrant
Final Trailer for Netflix's SQUID GAME Season 3 — GeekTyrant
'If the world doesn't change, the game doesn't end.' Netflix has released the final trailer for its highly-anticipated third and final season of the hit series, Squid Game . I'm 100% invested in this series, and I can't wait to see how this bonkers story comes to an end. This has been a thrilling show to watch and it's been keeping fans on the edge of their seats. These final episodes are sure to take audiences on an intense ride. In Season 3, 'A failed rebellion, the death of a friend, and a secret betrayal. Picking up in the aftermath of Season 2's bloody cliffhanger, the third and final season of Netflix's most popular series finds Gi-hun, a.k.a. Player 456, at his lowest point yet. 'But the Squid Game stops for no one, so Gi-hun will be forced to make some important choices in the face of overwhelming despair as he and the surviving players are thrust into deadlier games that test everyone's resolve. 'With each round, their choices lead to increasingly grave consequences. Meanwhile, In-ho resumes his role as Front Man to welcome the mysterious VIPs, and his brother Jun-ho continues his search for the elusive island, unaware there's a traitor in their midst. Will Gi-hun make the right decisions, or will Front Man finally break his spirit?' Familiar faces return for season three include The Front Man, detective Hwang Jun-ho, and players Myung-gi (Player 333), Dae-ho (Player 388), Hyun-ju (Player 120), Yong-sik (Player 007), Geum-ja (Player 149), Jun-hee (Player 222), Min-su (Player 125), Nam-gyu (Player 124) and the pink guard No-eul. The third season concludes this story, but David Fincher is currently developing a new Squid Game series set in America. Squid Game was created by Hwang Dong-hyuk and returns viewers to the games on June 27th, dropping all episodes on Netflix.
Economic Times
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Squid Game Season 3 release date confirmed as Netflix releases first teaser. Check plot, cast and all you need to know
Squid Game Season 3 Teaser Squid Game Season 3 Plot: Gi-hun's Final Stand Squid Game Season 3 Returning Cast and New Faces Yim Si-wan as Player 333 (Myung-gi) Kang Ha-neul as Player 388 (Dae-ho) Park Sung-hoon as Player 120 (Hyun-ju) Yang Dong-geun as Player 007 (Yong-sik) Kang Ae-sim as Player 149 (Geum-ja) Jo Yuri as Player 222 (Jun-hee) Lee David as Player 125 (Min-su) Roh Jae-won as Player 124 (Nam-gyu) Park Gyu-young as No-eul, a pink-suited guard Season Length and Streaming Info Netflix has officially confirmed that Squid Game Season 3 will premiere on June 27, 2025. Marking the final installment in the globally acclaimed South Korean thriller, the streaming platform shared the announcement through a teaser and social media posts, signaling the end of the high-stakes story with the caption: 'The final games begin.' As with the previous seasons, Season 3 will be available to stream exclusively on teaser, quietly dropped during the buzz of Met Gala 2025, gave fans a brief but intense look into what lies ahead. It opens with the line, 'It's time to play one last time,' accompanied by visuals of familiar players and unsettling glimpses of the upcoming games. In a chilling moment, a baby's cry is heard at the end, sparking fan speculation about a pregnant contestant and the emotional consequences that could another scene, the infamous gumball machine reappears, now dispensing red and blue balls that hint at a game-changing mechanic in the new season. Viewers will recall from Season 2 that colors were used to represent decisions—possibly hinting that team formations or fates might be determined this up where Season 2 left off, the final season finds Gi-hun back in the clutches of the game after a failed rebellion. Haunted by betrayal and the death of his closest ally, Jung-bae, he reenters the arena determined to end the games from within. Netflix revealed that 'Gi-hun persists with his goal to put an end to the game, while the Front Man continues onto his next move and the surviving players' choices will lead to graver consequences with each round.'The Front Man, once disguised as Player 001, has reasserted control over the operation. Meanwhile, detective Hwang Jun-ho is still investigating the organization, unaware of potential betrayal within his reach. Season 3 also expands the storyline by introducing a possible mother-son duo facing tragedy, adding to the emotional core cast returns, led by Lee Jung-jae as Seong Gi-hun (Player 456), who continues his journey to dismantle the game. Lee Byung-hun reprises his role as the Front Man, while Wi Ha-jun is back as Hwang Jun-ho. New players in the arena include:While the official number of episodes has not been confirmed, reports suggest that Season 3 may consist of six episodes, fewer than both prior seasons. All episodes will drop simultaneously on June 27, in line with Netflix's binge-release Game Season 3 concludes the trilogy created by Hwang Dong-hyuk, whose previous seasons shattered viewership records. Season 2 alone became one of Netflix's most-watched non-English shows, reaching audiences in over 90 this marks the end of Gi-hun's story, the franchise may continue through potential spin-offs or prequels.
Time of India
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Squid Game Season 3 release date confirmed as Netflix releases first teaser. Check plot, cast and all you need to know
Netflix has officially confirmed that Squid Game Season 3 will premiere on June 27, 2025. Marking the final installment in the globally acclaimed South Korean thriller, the streaming platform shared the announcement through a teaser and social media posts, signaling the end of the high-stakes story with the caption: 'The final games begin.' As with the previous seasons, Season 3 will be available to stream exclusively on Netflix. #Pahalgam Terrorist Attack India orders nationwide defence drills as Indo-Pak tensions rise From blackouts to bunkers: Inside India's civil defence mock drills across 244 districts on May 7 A woman spy who helped India defeat Pakistan in 1971 Squid Game Season 3 Teaser The teaser, quietly dropped during the buzz of Met Gala 2025, gave fans a brief but intense look into what lies ahead. It opens with the line, 'It's time to play one last time,' accompanied by visuals of familiar players and unsettling glimpses of the upcoming games. In a chilling moment, a baby's cry is heard at the end, sparking fan speculation about a pregnant contestant and the emotional consequences that could follow. In another scene, the infamous gumball machine reappears, now dispensing red and blue balls that hint at a game-changing mechanic in the new season. Viewers will recall from Season 2 that colors were used to represent decisions—possibly hinting that team formations or fates might be determined this way. Squid Game Season 3 Plot: Gi-hun's Final Stand Picking up where Season 2 left off, the final season finds Gi-hun back in the clutches of the game after a failed rebellion. Haunted by betrayal and the death of his closest ally, Jung-bae, he reenters the arena determined to end the games from within. Netflix revealed that 'Gi-hun persists with his goal to put an end to the game, while the Front Man continues onto his next move and the surviving players' choices will lead to graver consequences with each round.' The Front Man, once disguised as Player 001, has reasserted control over the operation. Meanwhile, detective Hwang Jun-ho is still investigating the organization, unaware of potential betrayal within his reach. Season 3 also expands the storyline by introducing a possible mother-son duo facing tragedy, adding to the emotional depth. Squid Game Season 3 Returning Cast and New Faces The core cast returns, led by Lee Jung-jae as Seong Gi-hun (Player 456), who continues his journey to dismantle the game. Lee Byung-hun reprises his role as the Front Man, while Wi Ha-jun is back as Hwang Jun-ho. New players in the arena include: Yim Si-wan as Player 333 (Myung-gi) Kang Ha-neul as Player 388 (Dae-ho) Park Sung-hoon as Player 120 (Hyun-ju) Yang Dong-geun as Player 007 (Yong-sik) Kang Ae-sim as Player 149 (Geum-ja) Jo Yuri as Player 222 (Jun-hee) Lee David as Player 125 (Min-su) Roh Jae-won as Player 124 (Nam-gyu) Park Gyu-young as No-eul, a pink-suited guard Season Length and Streaming Info While the official number of episodes has not been confirmed, reports suggest that Season 3 may consist of six episodes, fewer than both prior seasons. All episodes will drop simultaneously on June 27, in line with Netflix's binge-release strategy. Squid Game Season 3 concludes the trilogy created by Hwang Dong-hyuk, whose previous seasons shattered viewership records. Season 2 alone became one of Netflix's most-watched non-English shows, reaching audiences in over 90 countries. Though this marks the end of Gi-hun's story, the franchise may continue through potential spin-offs or prequels.
