South Korea's Kospi jumps 5%, exits bear market. What lies ahead for world's best performing stock market of 2026?

South Korea's Kospi index saw a significant jump on Friday, extending recent gains after a substantial crash. The benchmark index officially entered bear market territory earlier this week due to a sharp decline. Heavyweight semiconductor stocks experienced a notable crash, impacting investor sentiment and the overall market. Despite a recent rally, foreign investors remained net sellers of South Korean equities.

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