Seoul, September 21, 2026, 14:10 (KST) The KOSPI reached 7,017.38, up 1.79%, in Monday afternoon trade. Hong Kong and Shanghai gained, while Japan’s cash market remained closed. Europe faces three Nordic and Swiss rate decisions on Thursday. Asian stocks mostly rose Monday, led by a 1.79% KOSPI gain. South Korea’s benchmark reached 7,017.38 by 1:44…