South Korea has introduced 24-hour trading for its national currency, the won, marking a significant shift in the country’s foreign exchange market operations. This move allows traders to engage in won transactions around the clock, potentially enhancing liquidity and market efficiency.
According to Investing.com Forex, the launch of continuous trading reflects South Korea's efforts to align its FX market with global trading practices and accommodate the growing demand for more flexible trading hours.
For Japanese investors and market participants, this development signals increased opportunities for cross-border currency trading and could influence regional FX market dynamics, given the close economic ties between Japan and South Korea.