South Korea Kospi Index Surges Over 10% in Best Rally Since 2008

The KOSPI Index, South Korea’s main stock market benchmark, has recorded a stunning surge of more than 10%, marking its strongest rally since the 2008 global financial crisis. The sharp jump came in March 2026, as investors rushed back into Korean equities after weeks of market volatility. Strong demand for semiconductor and AI-related stocks, especially companies like Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix, helped push the market higher.