India, June 16 -- South Korea Stock Market Today: South Korea's stock market continues to command global attention as investors navigate a powerful mix of artificial intelligence optimism, geopolitical developments and anticipation surrounding a potential upgrade to developed-market status by MSCI. The Korea Exchange (KRX), which operates from 05:30 AM to 11:50 AM IST, has become one of the most closely watched markets in Asia during 2026 while the benchmark KOSPI has delivered one of the strongest performances globally this year, fueled primarily by the explosive rally in semiconductor giants Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix however, the market's rapid ascent has also increased volatility, making South Korea a focal point for both instit...