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South Korea’s Finance Minister Apologizes as Retail Investors Suffer Losses from Leveraged ETFs Amid Chip Stock Decline

07/29/2026, 12:35 AM economy losses finance
South Korea's finance minister has apologized as retail investors face significant losses from leveraged ETFs amid a downturn in the stock market, particularly affecting chip stocks. This situation highlights the risks associated with speculative trading and may lead to regulatory changes limiting access to these investment products.