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© France 24 01:52 South Korean stock market plunges over potential Iran-related energy crisis Asia / Pacific Issued on: 04/03/2026 - 16:29
In a shock for South Korea, the country's KOSPI index dropped by over 12 percent Wednesday in its worst sell off ever. Share prices took a dive as investors panicked about a potential energy crisis if the Strait of Hormuz remains blocked. South Korea, alongside many Asian countries, is especially dependent on Middle Eastern oil, making its businesses vulnerable to the geopolitics of the region.
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