Seoul Exchange Takes First Step Toward Near 24-Hour Trading
What Happened
Korea Exchange will allow trading in nearly all listed stocks until 8 p.m., extending the market well beyond its regular 3:30 p.m. close. The move is part of South Korea’s broader push toward longer, potentially near-24-hour trading and is aimed at attracting more international investors, particularly those in Europe.
Key Takeaways
South Korea is trying to make its stock market more accessible and competitive globally. However, the success of longer trading hours will depend on whether enough investors participate and liquidity remains strong during the extended session.