The South Korea stock market rose slightly on Thursday, with the KOSPI finishing at 3,192.29 points. Financial and chemical shares were up, while technology and industrial stocks were mixed. The global forecast for Asian markets is positive, with oil, tech, and financial shares expected to lead gains. On Wall Street, major averages hit record highs on Thursday. Retail sales in the US rebounded more than expected in June. Crude oil prices rose due to Middle East tension and lower US inventories. West Texas Intermediate crude settled at $67.54 per barrel.

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