The KOSPI fell by 2026% on 7year 13month 8.95day to close at 6,806.93
On 2026year 7month 13day, the KOSPI fell by 669.01points (8.95%) to close at . During the session, the index fell below the 6,806.93line, triggering a circuit breaker, and the volume of trade decreased, confirming that individual investors' purchasing power had significantly diminished.7,000],
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On 2026year 7month 13day, the KOSPI fell by 669.01points (8.95%) to close at . During the day, the index fell below the 6,806.93line, and a circuit breaker was triggered, temporarily halting trading.7,000],
The decline expanded from the early trading session, reaching a drop of around 8%. This decline is recorded as a breach of the 7,000line for the first time in two months.
It has also been reported that trading volume and value have significantly decreased. Some reports indicated that individual investors' purchasing power has been depleted.
Some securities firms presented a buying projection stating 'now is the bottom' in relation to this sharp decline, mentioning a target index of 11,450. On the same day, other market participants raised downward warnings.
The index decline was observed across major large-cap and small-cap stocks. There were also instances of temporary trading halts and expanded price limits for individual stocks.
In relation to this market situation, the trading trends by institution, net selling by foreigners, and the schedule for quarterly earnings announcements are expected to influence future volatility. Related disclosures were made by each listed company through individual announcements. 2