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South Korea's Stock Market Crash Sends Shockwaves Across Asia — 1.2 Million Retail Traders Hit
MarketWatch·Friday, 17 July 2026
A stock market crash in South Korea triggered margin calls for 1.2 million retail traders, more than 3% of the country's adult population. The ripple effects spread out across Asian markets. These traders, nicknamed 'ants', were caught holding leveraged positions when the market turned.
Why It Matters
Asian market crashes don't stay contained — Indian markets and Indian investors with exposure to Asian stocks or funds could feel the pressure too.
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