Global Market: South Korean shares rebound, but head for biggest weekly loss in 18 years

South Koreas KOSPI rebounded 2.36% on bargain hunting after a steep selloff, but remained on track for its biggest weekly decline since October 2008. Concerns over AI investment sustainability and continued foreign selling weighed on investor sentiment.

Oct 16, 2026 - 09:00
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Global Market: South Korean shares rebound, but head for biggest weekly loss in 18 years
South Koreas KOSPI rebounded 2.36% on bargain hunting after a steep selloff, but remained on track for its biggest weekly decline since October 2008. Concerns over AI investment sustainability and continued foreign selling weighed on investor sentiment.

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