iShares MSCI South Korea ETF is trading at $212.16, up 3% in pre-market action, extending its sharp upward momentum from the past week.

  • The advance is driven by renewed strength in South Korea’s equity market and continued enthusiasm for AI-related chip and high-bandwidth memory names that dominate the index.
  • The move follows a powerful South Korea/AI short-squeeze rally seen earlier this year.
  • The current price reflects a significant gain over the June 16, 2026, closing price of $205.91.