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KOSPI & Russell 2000 Index

13 shared events · Importance 7 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

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KOSPI: The KOSPI soared to an all-time high, driven by strong buying of technology shares like Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix, reflecting the significant positive impact of the AI boom and local corporate developments on the South Korean market.
Russell 2000 Index: The Russell 2000 index of smaller U.S. stocks jumped significantly, benefiting more from lower bond yields than larger rivals, as smaller companies often rely more on borrowing for growth.
May 20, 2026 · 72 articles
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KOSPI: The KOSPI soared in response to the ceasefire and falling oil prices.
Russell 2000 Index: The Russell 2000 Index jumped to a more than one-month high.
Apr 07, 2026 · 79 articles
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KOSPI: South Korea's KOSPI>>> index jumped to a record high, buoyed by strong exports, particularly semiconductors, and growth in AI and advanced technologies.
Russell 2000 Index: The Russell 2000 Index touched intraday record highs, indicating a broad market rally.
May 19, 2026 · 199 articles
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KOSPI: Experienced historic volatility, with a record 17.9% surge and a 22% monthly loss.
Russell 2000 Index: Rose on broad market gains.
Jul 14, 2026 · 280 articles
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KOSPI: Plunged up to 8.9% in a single session; dominated by Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix.
Russell 2000 Index: The Russell 2000 Index>>> of smaller U.S. stocks jumped, benefiting from easing interest rates.
Apr 20, 2026 · 344 articles
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KOSPI: South Korea's KOSPI soared 9.6% to recover much of its historic 12.1% plunge from the previous day.
Russell 2000 Index: The Russell 2000 Index index of smaller stocks fell a market-leading 1.9%, reflecting growing worries about the economy and rising interest rates.
Mar 05, 2026 · 6 articles
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KOSPI: The KOSPI jumped, catching up after a holiday, indicating a positive sentiment in South Korean markets despite the broader geopolitical concerns.
Russell 2000 Index: The Russell 2000 Index>>> of smaller US stocks fell more than the broader market due to concerns over more expensive loans.
Apr 20, 2026 · 607 articles
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KOSPI: South Korea's KOSPI jumped, indicating positive performance in some international markets.
Russell 2000 Index: The Russell 2000 Index has confirmed correction territory, ending 10% lower from its record-high closes since the war started.
Mar 30, 2026 · 84 articles
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KOSPI: The KOSPI experienced volatility, swinging sharply lower after hitting a record high.
May 26, 2026 · 9 articles
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Mar 23, 2026 · 65 articles
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May 12, 2026 · 18 articles
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May 20, 2026 · 11 articles
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May 21, 2026 · 15 articles
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