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| South Korea | Stock market return, percent |
|---|---|
| Latest value | 4.73 |
| Year | 2021 |
| Measure | percent |
| Data availability | 1984 - 2021 |
| Average | 10.69 |
| Min - Max | -35.68 - 71.91 |
| Source | Global Financial Development Database |
For that indicator, we provide data for South Korea from 1984 to 2021. The average value for South Korea during that period was 10.69 percent with a minimum of -35.68 percent in 1995 and a maximum of 71.91 percent in 1985.The latest value from 2021 is 4.73 percent. For comparison, the world average in 2021 based on 87 countries is 32.21 percent.See the global rankings for that indicator or use the country comparator to compare trends over time.
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Definition: Stock market return is the growth rate of annual average stock market index. Annual average stock market index is constructed by taking the average of the daily stock market indexes available at Bloomberg.
| Related indicators | Latest value | Reference | Measure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock market capitalization, percent of GDP | 132.35 | 2020 | percent |
| Stock market capitalization, in dollars | 2,176.19 | 2020 | billion U.S. dollars |
| Stock market turnover ratio | 238.52 | 2020 | percent |
| Listed companies | 2,318 | 2020 | companies |
| Stock market value traded | 315.68 | 2020 | percent |
| Stock market return | 4.73 | 2021 | percent |
| Stock market access for smaller firms | 69.71 | 2018 | percent |
| Stock market activity for smaller firms | 80.26 | 2018 | percent |
| Stock price volatility | 20.18 | 2021 | percent |
| Mutual fund assets | 37.72 | 2020 | percent |
| Life insurance volume | 6.19 | 2020 | percent |
| Non-life insurance premium volume | 4.61 | 2020 | percent |
| Pension fund assets to GDP | 31.52 | 2020 | percent |
| Insurance company assets | 73.61 | 2020 | percent |
| Nonbank financial institutions assets to GDP | 7.22 | 2005 | percent |
| Stock market index | 126.11 | 9/2023 | points |
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The data presented indicates the stock market return for South Korea, expressed as a percentage growth rate of the annual average stock market index. Here are the key concepts and related indicators mentioned in the article:
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Stock Market Return (South Korea):
- Latest Value: 4.73% (Year 2021)
- Average (1984 - 2021): 10.69%
- Minimum (1995): -35.68%
- Maximum (1985): 71.91%
- Source: Global Financial Development Database
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Comparison with World Average:
- World Average (2021): 32.21% (based on 87 countries)
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Related Indicators:
- Stock Market Capitalization, Percent of GDP (2020): 132.35%
- Stock Market Capitalization, in Dollars (2020): $2,176.19 billion U.S. dollars
- Stock Market Turnover Ratio (2020): 238.52%
- Listed Companies (2020): 2,318 companies
- Stock Market Value Traded (2020): 315.68%
- Stock Market Access for Smaller Firms (2018): 69.71%
- Stock Market Activity for Smaller Firms (2018): 80.26%
- Stock Price Volatility (2021): 20.18%
- Mutual Fund Assets (2020): 37.72%
- Life Insurance Volume (2020): 6.19%
- Non-life Insurance Premium Volume (2020): 4.61%
- Pension Fund Assets to GDP (2020): 31.52%
- Insurance Company Assets (2020): 73.61%
- Nonbank Financial Institutions Assets to GDP (2005): 7.22%
- Stock Market Index (9/2023): 126.11 points
This comprehensive set of indicators provides insights into various aspects of South Korea's stock market, including its performance, size, turnover, and the presence of smaller firms. It's essential for investors and analysts to consider these indicators for a holistic understanding of the market dynamics in South Korea. If you have any specific questions or need further analysis on a particular aspect, feel free to ask.
