Korean Stock Market Hits All-Time High: Why Foreign Media is Taking Notice (2026)

Foreign media are also showing interest in the Korean stock market, which has reached an all-time high for four consecutive days.

Bloomberg News cited the government's announcement before the start of the domestic market on the 15th to maintain the standard for major shareholders subject to stock transfer taxes at the current 5 billion won as a factor that heated up the sentiment.

The KOSPI surpassed 3,410 in early trading, reaching an all-time high for four consecutive trading days. As of 9:44 a.m., the KOSPI rose 0.39 percent to 3408.95 points.

The KOSPI rose to 3,413.87 points, exceeding the 3,400-point level and exceeding the 3,410-point level. This is the first time ever.

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