January 02, 2026

Korea's Market Opening Day (January 2) marks the first trading day of the year for the Korea Exchange (KRX), held with an opening bell ceremony attended by government officials, financial leaders, and market participants at the KRX main office in Yeouido. The event is broadcast nationally and sets the tone for the financial year. It is a regular working day for most people — not a public holiday — and has no impact on tourist activities, transport, or business hours.

Korea's Market Opening Day (January 2) marks the first trading day of the year for the Korea Exchange (KRX), held with an opening bell ceremony attended by government officials, financial leaders, and market participants at the KRX main office in Yeouido. The event is broadcast nationally and sets the tone for the financial year. It is a regular working day for most people — not a public holiday — and has no impact on tourist activities, transport, or business hours.