[Photo] Sharp Rise in Won-Dollar Exchange Rate

On March 19, 2026, as concerns grew over a prolonged Middle East conflict and rising international oil prices, the domestic stock market fell while the won/dollar exchange rate opened higher. At the headquarters of Hana Bank in Seoul, employees are seen monitoring the stock market and exchange rates in the dealing room. On this day, the KOSPI opened at 5,761.40, down 2.76% from the previous trading session, while the won/dollar exchange rate started at 1,505 won, up 21.9 won.

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