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What is driving the rapid shift as South Korea’s bear market turns back into a bull

Thursday, August 13, 2026


South Korea's KOSPI index moved higher following a period of decline, with trading activity attributed to both technical market movements and corporate earnings performance. Retail investors who had held short positions exited those trades, contributing to upward price movement. South Korean companies reported earnings growth during the period, according to market analysts tracking the index.

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