From record highs to 13% fall: How Middle East crisis hit South Korean benchmark Kospi

South Korea's Kospi index experienced a dramatic 12% tumble, triggering a trading suspension after a significant sell-off led by market heavyweights. This sharp decline follows a previous session's fall amid escalating Middle East tensions, raising questions about whether it's a pause or a turning point for the AI-fueled rally.

Mar 4, 2026 - 16:30
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From record highs to 13% fall: How Middle East crisis hit South Korean benchmark Kospi
South Korea's Kospi index experienced a dramatic 12% tumble, triggering a trading suspension after a significant sell-off led by market heavyweights. This sharp decline follows a previous session's fall amid escalating Middle East tensions, raising questions about whether it's a pause or a turning point for the AI-fueled rally.

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