Sharp Rise in KOSPI Drives Substantial Increase in Over-1-Trillion-Won ETFs
The rapid surge in the KOSPI index during 2024 has led to a significant rise in the number of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) with assets exceeding 1 trillion won, from 67 at the end of last year to 96 as of June 11—a growth of approximately 43%. Notably, the influx of funds into domestic equity ETFs played a major role, as the KOSPI’s 85% increase far outpaced those of major international indices. Investors have been especially drawn to flagship index-tracking products, such as the KODEX200 ETF, which now holds 25.87 trillion won in assets under management.
Meanwhile, margin trading loans have shown only modest growth despite the sharp market rally, remaining lower than levels seen at the beginning of the year. This trend reflects a shift toward large-cap stocks and a preference for long-term exposure via index ETFs rather than speculative leverage. The securities industry is actively monitoring and controlling leveraged trading to prevent market overheating, while supporting a stable, ETF-focused investment environment. These developments highlight the continued maturation of Korea’s ETF market and evolving investor strategies.
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