KOSPI & Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps
40 shared events · Importance 4 · Last updated Aug 18, 2026
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KOSPI: South Korea's KOSPI surged, indicating investor optimism about the de-escalation of the Iran conflict and its positive impact on regional and global trade.
Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps: The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, Iran's paramilitary force, has been targeted by US and Israeli strikes, and its navy relies on smaller vessels for swarm attacks and mine deployment.
Mar 17, 2026 · 108 articles
International
KOSPI: The KOSPI plunged 9%, reflecting severe impact on South Korean equities, especially semiconductors.
Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps: Iranian paramilitary force targeted by US strikes; involved in attacks on vessels.
Apr 20, 2026 · 304 articles
International
KOSPI: The KOSPI>>> has experienced fluctuations, initially supported by tech shares but later declining due to profit-taking and broader market concerns related to the US-Iran tensions.
Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps: The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps' military facilities, including missile and drone launchers, were targeted by Saudi Arabia and the UAE, indicating their direct involvement in military actions against Iran.
May 07, 2026 · 362 articles
International
KOSPI: The KOSPI tumbled 6% on Wednesday, following a 10.8% plunge, due to tech stock declines and global risk aversion.
Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps: The IRGC is Iran's main military force, conducting missile attacks and controlling the Strait of Hormuz. It suffered dozens of targets struck by the U.S. and faces new sanctions, but remains a key actor in the conflict.
Feb 08, 2026 · 308 articles
Business
KOSPI: Plunged up to 8.9% in a single session; dominated by Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix.
Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps: Fired missiles at commercial ships.
Apr 20, 2026 · 344 articles
International
KOSPI: The KOSPI jumped, catching up after a holiday, indicating a positive sentiment in South Korean markets despite the broader geopolitical concerns.
Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps: The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps>>> is Iran>>>'s primary military force, responsible for counter-attacks against United States>>> bases and enforcing Iran>>>'s threats regarding the Strait of Hormuz.
Apr 20, 2026 · 607 articles
International
KOSPI: The KOSPI fell 1.5%, down over 20% from its record high.
Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps: The IRGC conducted retaliatory strikes on US bases in Bahrain and Kuwait, and its small boats were targeted by US forces. The group remains a key actor in the conflict.
Mar 09, 2018 · 1197 articles
International
KOSPI: The Korean index has been volatile, partly due to global risk sentiment.
Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps: The IRGC is central to Iran's military operations and control of the Strait of Hormuz, and is a key power broker in Iran.
Mar 09, 2018 · 488 articles
International
KOSPI: The KOSPI jumped, catching up after a holiday, indicating a positive sentiment in South Korean markets despite the broader geopolitical concerns.
Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps: The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps is Iran's military force, responsible for enforcing the Strait of Hormuz blockade, retaliating against US strikes, and claiming to have downed US drones.
May 19, 2026 · 229 articles
International
KOSPI: South Korean index that jumped 4.4% on chipmaker rally.
Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps: Iranian military force that claimed control of the Strait of Hormuz and attacked US assets.
Jul 22, 2026 · 334 articles
International
KOSPI: South Korea's chipmaker-heavy KOSPI index rose, indicating that AI-related stocks are performing well despite broader market wobbles.
Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps: The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has gained more power following the changes in Iran's leadership, potentially hardening Tehran's negotiating stance.
Apr 26, 2026 · 590 articles
International
KOSPI: The Kospi sank 6.6% due to tech rout and rate hike.
Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps: The IRGC is leading Iran's military operations, including strikes on US allies and enforcement of the strait closure. It is a key target of US airstrikes.
Apr 20, 2026 · 480 articles
International
KOSPI: KOSPI rose, but South Korea faces energy supply risks.
Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps: The IRGC leads Iran's retaliatory attacks, targeting US bases and Gulf infrastructure.
Apr 20, 2026 · 709 articles
International
KOSPI: South Korea's Kospi dropped due to fallout from overreliance on AI hopes and the economic impact of the Iran war.
Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps: The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has stated its definitive strategy to control the Strait of Hormuz and maintain its blockade, impacting energy markets.
May 05, 2026 · 374 articles
International
KOSPI: The KOSPI was mixed, affected by oil prices and regional tensions.
Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps: The IRGC conducts attacks on US and allied targets, playing a central role in Iran's military response.
Apr 08, 2026 · 416 articles
International
KOSPI: South Korean index rallied over 3% after holiday, but pared gains.
Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps: The IRGC is a key power in Iran and has been involved in back-channel talks with the US. Its stance is crucial for any deal.
Jul 31, 2026 · 335 articles
International
KOSPI: South Korea's Kospi gained 6.5%, surpassing the 7,000 level for the first time, driven by broader market optimism and AI-related stock rallies.
Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps: The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps issued a warning that any resumed US attacks would trigger a response extending beyond the Middle East, highlighting Iran's military readiness.
May 19, 2026 · 327 articles
International
KOSPI: KOSPI fell 0.9%, reflecting regional weakness.
Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps: Iran's elite force; involved in attacks and control of strait; reportedly decimated by US strikes.
Jul 28, 2026 · 318 articles
International
KOSPI: The KOSPI index has reached multiple record highs, driven by the revival of the AI trade, contrasting with the general market struggles caused by the oil crisis.
Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps: The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps>>> of Iran>>> shared the announcement of the Persian Gulf Strait Authority, indicating its involvement in the control of the Strait of Hormuz>>>.
May 02, 2026 · 472 articles
International
KOSPI: Seoul fell over 1%.
Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps: The IRGC is involved in stopping ships in the Strait of Hormuz and is a key military actor in Iran's strategy. Interior Minister Momeni is considered close to the IRGC.
Jul 08, 2026 · 472 articles
International
KOSPI: Slid 3.6% amid regional tensions. Its performance is sensitive to geopolitical risk.
Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps: Iranian military force involved in attacks on shipping and US assets. Their actions are central to the conflict.
Feb 08, 2026 · 380 articles
International
KOSPI: South Korea's KOSPI surged, reflecting strong positive market reaction to the potential peace deal.
Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps: Experts suggest that the war has entrenched the dominance of Iran's hardline Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, indicating a potential strengthening of their influence despite the peace efforts.
Apr 20, 2026 · 497 articles
Business
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.
May 20, 2026 · 72 articles
International
KOSPI: The KOSPI has experienced significant losses following Donald Trump's remarks, reflecting concerns over regional stability and economic impact.
Apr 02, 2026 · 39 articles
International
KOSPI: South Korea's Kospi index gained, suggesting that while the conflict is a concern, it hasn't entirely deterred market optimism in the short term.
Apr 02, 2026 · 93 articles
International
KOSPI: South Korea's KOSPI jumped by nearly 5.5-6% following the ceasefire agreement, indicating a positive market response in the region.
Apr 07, 2026 · 117 articles
International
KOSPI: South Korea's KOSPI jumped, indicating positive performance in some international markets.
Mar 30, 2026 · 84 articles
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