Bearish
KOSPI Drops 3.99% to 6,562.72 Amid Rising Oil Prices and Middle East Tensions
The KOSPI index declined by 3.99% to close at 6,562.72 on September 2, 2026, driven by escalating Middle East tensions and surging international oil prices. Despite efforts by major companies like Samsung Electronics and SK hynix to stabilize the market through stock buybacks, the index remained under pressure.
Key points
- KOSPI falls nearly 4% to 6,562.72 amid escalating Middle East tensions and rising oil prices.
- Samsung Electronics and SK hynix continue stock buybacks to support the market.
- KOSPI 200 Volatility Index (VKOSPI) remains above 80, indicating ongoing market uncertainty.
Sources
- Kospi Plunges Nearly 4% to 6,500 Range Amid Escalating Middle East Tensions; Kosdaq Down 2.1%SBS News · September 2, 2026
- KOSPI Plunges Below 6,800 on Chip Shock, Triggering Circuit BreakersSeoul Economic Daily · July 14, 2026
- KOSPI Plunges Over 6% as 'Foreigners and Institutions' Cash In / YTNYTN · June 22, 2026
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