Korean Stocks Jump as Brokers Say Margin Unwind Nearing End
The News
South Korean stocks experienced a significant rise as market participants indicated that the unwinding of leveraged positions, which had previously driven the benchmark index down by nearly 30% from its peak, is approaching its conclusion. This development suggests a potential stabilization in the market after a period of decline driven by margin unwinding. The gains reflect optimism that the selling pressure from leveraged bets is easing.
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South Korean stocks jumped.
South Korean stocks jumped.
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South Korean stocks jumped.
Bloomberg- South Korean stocks jumped.
- The benchmark index had fallen nearly 30% from its peak.
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Loaded language removedSouth Korean stocks rose, as the unwinding of leveraged bets that helped move the benchmark nearly 30% below its peak appeared to be nearing its end.
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South Korean stocks jumped.
BloombergThe unwinding of leveraged bets appeared to be nearing its end.
BloombergThe unwinding of leveraged bets helped drive the benchmark nearly 30% below its peak.
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