Seoul: The KOSPI 200 index reflected a day of mixed outcomes as several major stocks experienced notable changes in their closing prices. Noteworthy shifts included some significant declines alongside a few gains, indicating varied investor responses across different sectors.
According to Yonhap News Agency, HD Hyundai Heavy Industries faced a sharp decrease, dropping by 4,500 to close at 309,500. Similarly, Samsung SDI Co., Ltd. saw a decline, finishing 4,500 lower at 229,500. SKC also recorded a substantial decrease, closing 6,000 down at 150,800. In the same vein, HDKSOE and KorZinc both witnessed declines, with HDKSOE dropping by 5,000 to 235,000 and KorZinc down by 32,000 to end at 843,000.
On the other hand, some stocks exhibited upward movement. SamsungF and MIns increased by 5,000 to 359,500, while Hanmi Science rose 500 to 29,450. F and F saw a notable gain of 2,800, closing at 60,400. Hanwha Aerospace stood out with a significant increase of 17,000, ending at 395,500.
Despite several stocks ending in the red, others recorded minor upward trends. LS Electric closed 500 higher at 179,600, and S-Oil gained 700 to finish at 64,000. The day's trading illustrated the varied performance across different sectors, affecting the overall index.