Shinhan Securities data showed the average profit among winning individual accounts reached 8.48 million won, underscoring a buoyant period for personal investors in Korean equities.
Personal investors in South Korea’s stock market posted broad gains in the first quarter, with Shinhan Securities reporting that 80% of individual investors who sold Korean stocks realized profits. Among those profitable accounts, the average gain was 8.48 million won. The figures point to a strong quarter for retail participation in Korean equities, as rising share prices can encourage individuals to lock in gains and increase trading activity.