[Photo] KOSPI Drops, Won-Dollar Exchange Rate Opens Higher

As Iran's new Supreme Leader announced intentions to continue the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, causing all three major U.S. stock indices to close lower, the domestic stock market also opened lower on March 13, 2026. At the main branch dealing room of Hana Bank in Seoul, employees are seen monitoring the stock market and exchange rates. On this day, the KOSPI began trading at 5,412.39, down 3.06% from the previous session.

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