KOSPI Volatility Amidst Market Shifts
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South Korea's KOSPI index has experienced significant volatility, with wild swings and a two-year high in forced liquidations. The market has shown recovery, with the KOSPI settling above 8100 points as foreign investors return amid easing Mideast tensions. A surge over 7% triggered a trading suspension, highlighting the market's sensitivity.
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