Kosdaq

• The KOSPI index surged by over 6%, closing in the high 7,200s, while the KOSDAQ index also rebounded to close above 820. • This significant market rally was driven by a strong influx of capital from both foreign and institutional investors. • The growth reflects a positive shift in investor sentiment toward South Korean equities, signaling a potential trend of continued recovery.

• The KOSPI index climbed back above 7,300 and the KOSDAQ index surpassed 820, marking a significant recovery for both markets. • Intense buying momentum immediately following the market open triggered buy-side sidecar measures, which temporarily suspended program trading to curb volatility. • This surge indicates a strong return of investor confidence and aggressive purchasing activity in the South Korean equity markets.

• On July 8, 2027, a sell-side sidecar was triggered on the KOSDAQ index, following a similar trigger on the KOSPI. • The event occurred amidst volatile market conditions, as evidenced by activity at the Hana Bank headquarters in Seoul. • These triggers are designed to temporarily halt trading to prevent extreme market volatility and panic selling.