Summary: South Korea lifted its longest short-selling ban, effective Monday, after implementing stricter regulations to combat illegal transactions. The ban, enacted in November 2023, aimed to protect retail investors and improve market transparency. The lifting of the ban is expected to boost the market, with increased liquidity and potential opportunities for hedge funds.

Link: https://www.cnbc.com/2025/03/31/south-korea-ends-its-longest-short-selling-ban-in-history-after-systemic-reforms.html