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South Korean stocks surge on U.S.-Iran truce hopes; KOSPI, Kosdaq sidecars triggered

South Korean shares surged early on Tuesday on expectations of easing Middle East tensions and a temporary truce involving the United States and Iran. The KOSPI rose more than 5 percent, while the Kosdaq gained more than 4 percent. Buying sidecar mechanisms were triggered in both markets, temporarily halting the effectiveness of program buy orders. Institutions and foreigners were net buyers, while individuals were net sellers.

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KOSPI triggers buy sidecar as KOSPI 200 futures surge more than 5 percent

A buy-side sidecar was triggered on South Korea\'s main stock market on March 18 after KOSPI 200 futures surged more than 5 percent intraday. The Korea Exchange said the temporary suspension of program buy orders took effect at 2:34:13 p.m. The KOSPI 200 futures index stood at 887.25 at the time, up 5.08 percent from the previous close. The measure halts program buy orders for 5 minutes.

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Korean stocks rebound early; KOSPI jumps nearly 5 percent, KOSDAQ up over 4 percent

South Korean shares rebound strongly in early trading on March 10 after falling nearly 6 percent the previous day, helped by expectations that Iran-related risks may ease and by bargain buying. The KOSPI is up 4.87 percent at 5,507.47 as of 9:15 a.m. A buy-sidecar is triggered in KOSPI 200 futures, halting program buy orders for 5 minutes. Foreign investors lead net buying, while the won weakens slightly.