Korea Exchange activated a sidecar on the KOSDAQ

The activation of a sidecar on the KOSDAQ indicates heightened volatility or unexpected movements in the market, serving as a regulatory mechanism to curb excessive fluctuations.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 20 Jul 2026, 02:21 UTCOn the live feed at 02:01 UTC — 2 more headlines followed before this page went public

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US Central Command reports successful completion of ninth consecutive evening of strikes against Iran, targets include Iranian military command centres, air defence and coastal surveillance sites, maritime capabilities, missile and drone launch sites

02:03

KKR (KKR) and AEW are said to seek to sell certain property assets in China at losses

02:01

Korea Exchange activated a sidecar on the KOSDAQ

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IRGC says it destroyed 20 warehouses used by US forces in the Azraq region of Jordan, resulting in the deaths of dozens of soldiers, according to Al Jazeera Mubasher

01:42

US Secretary of State Rubio says the US remains open to a diplomatic resolution regarding Iran, while Rubio adds his meeting with the Lebanese President was very positive

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This can foster a more stabilizing effect on the equity market but may also lead to temporary liquidity issues for traders. Monitor the underlying stocks for signs of potential rebounds or continued pressure as investors digest this news.

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