South Korea's KOSPI has entered bear market territory after falling about 25% from its late-June record high, following a spectacular AI-driven rally.

South Korea

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Reuters

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When

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 05:02:00 GMT · 1h 59m ago

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South Korea ·

Why

The correction highlights risks from the market's heavy reliance on semiconductor stocks and leveraged retail trading.

The Frontline Impact

How this affects you

The KOSPI's entry into bear market territory signals potential instability in markets heavily reliant on AI-driven semiconductor stocks and leveraged retail trading.

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The Economic Times
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/us-stocks/news/global-market-ai-boom-turns-turbulent-as-south-korea-stocks-slide-into-bear-market/articleshow/132381440.cms
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