Finance
Korean stocks see record volatility on Middle East risks; AI race accelerates
South Korean stocks are seeing sharp swings as Middle East geopolitical risks broaden, raising the prospect of a prolonged war and pushing up oil prices and uncertainty in global markets. Extreme intraday moves have repeatedly triggered buying and selling sidecars. Financial groups and banks are reshaping governance ahead of annual meetings and stepping up efforts to expand women’s leadership. The industry is also accelerating AI-driven digital transformation across banking, payments and financial content.
