GENERAL15 Sept 2026
Volatility Surges in First After-Hours Session on Korea Exchange | Stock Market News
South Korea's main stock exchange began after-hours trading on Monday, open from 4 pm to 8 pm. Retail investors drove 93% of the evening turnover, while foreign buyers made up only 3.9%. Trading halts triggered 1,637 times, more than four times the regular session. Thin liquidity made small stocks very jumpy. If you trade global markets, treat new extended sessions with care.
Key Statutory Highlights
- Korea Exchange now runs an extra trading session from 4 pm to 8 pm, its first step toward round-the-clock trading.
- Individual investors made up 93% of the extended session's turnover of 1.8 trillion won, while foreign investors accounted for just 3.9%.
- Volatility spikes triggered brief trading halts 1,637 times, over four times the number in the regular session, with 2,501 different stocks traded.
Actionable Advice for Taxpayers / Founders:If you invest in overseas markets, check whether your broker offers these extended hours and read its rules before trading. With few big players in the evening session, prices in smaller stocks can swing sharply, so keep orders small and avoid chasing sudden moves until liquidity improves.
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