Investing Guides/Market Mechanics
Korean Bond ETFs vs. Equity Exposure: Diversifying Beyond KOSPI Stocks
Korea's inclusion in the FTSE World Government Bond Index (WGBI) starting April 2026 opened a new, more accessible route for foreign investors to gain exposure to Korean treasury bonds — a genuinely different risk profile than KOSPI equity holdings, driven by interest rate and currency factors rather than corporate earnings. This article is part of our Ultimate Guide to Investing in South Korean..