South Korea’s Stock Trading Turnover Falls 70% as KOSPI Slumps

Trading turnover in South Korea’s stock market has fallen 70% from its June peak to 24.4 trillion won. The KOSPI has also dropped 25% in the second half of 2026, reversing its strong performance earlier in the year. Growing concerns about the memory-chip boom have pressured the market, with Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix accounting for more than half of the index’s weight. Foreign investors have withdrawn $131 billion from Korean stocks this year. Investors will watch chip-sector performance and trading activity for signs of stabilization.

Foreign Investors Cover Shorts as Indian Markets Recover

Foreign institutional investors reduced their bearish positions in index and stock futures during Friday’s trading session, while also adding some long positions. Domestic institutional buying exceeded foreign investor selling, contributing to a net institutional purchase of around ₹1,000 crore. However, foreign investors remain heavily positioned on the short side, with about 90% of their positions still bearish. Markets will watch whether the shift continues in the coming sessions.

Accenture and Tata Elxsi Earnings in Focus on Monday

Investors will track earnings from Accenture (ACLT) and Tata Elxsi (TA Lexi) on Monday as the corporate reporting season gathers pace. Results from technology companies will be among the key developments for the market. Private sector bank earnings are also scheduled for Saturday. Investors will assess the reported results and management commentary for signals about business performance and the outlook for the sectors.

KOSPI Index Down 31% From June Peak

South Korea’s KOSPI fell more than 3% intraday on October 12, dropping to around 6,420 points. The index is now roughly 31% below its June peak, highlighting sustained pressure on the country’s stock market. The decline has put investors on alert for further losses. Market watchers will monitor whether the sell-off continues or buying activity helps the index recover. Claims that $108 billion was wiped out have not been independently confirmed.

South Korea’s KOSPI Falls 3.2%

South Korea’s KOSPI index fell 3.2%, wiping out more than ₩162.67 trillion ($108 billion) in stock market value. The index is now down 31% from its June peak, keeping it in bear market territory. The decline reflects continued pressure on South Korean equities and investor holdings.

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