Now investors are awaiting MSCI Inc.s annual market-classification review on June 23, when the index provider will decide whether Korea finally earns a place on the watchlist for developed-market status, the first step toward an eventual upgrade.

South Korea's KOSPI swung 8% both ways as MSCI prepares its June 2026 market classification review, which could place the country on a developed-market

Now investors are awaiting MSCI Inc.s annual market-classification review on June 23, when the index provider will decide whether Korea finally earns a place on the watchlist for…

South Korea's stock market is nearing a significant milestone. Investors are watching for a potential upgrade to developed-market status by MSCI. The Kospi has seen a massive…