[Photo] KOSPI Surges Over 4%, Buy-Side Sidecar Triggered
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As the KOSPI surged by over 4% amid positive sentiment from the United States and a buy-side sidecar was triggered during trading hours, employees at Hana Bank's main branch dealing room in Jung-gu, Seoul, are monitoring the stock market and exchange rates on August 5, 2026. As of 9:02 a.m. that day, the KOSPI was up 263.27 points (4.14%) from the previous session, widening its gains to 6,622.22.
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