[Closing 2026-03-23] KOSPI Plunges 6.5% as Geopolitical Tensions Flare
Market Overview: Geopolitical Tensions Spark Sharp Sell-off KOSPI 5-Day Closing Trend The South Korean stock market experienced a significant downturn on Monday, March 23, 2026, as escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East rattled global investor confidence. The benchmark KOSPI (KOSPI:KRX) plunged by 6.49%, closing at 5,405.75, while the tech-heavy KOSDAQ (KOSDAQ:KRX) also suffered a … Read more