Seoul: The KOSPI 200 index experienced a varied trading session with notable movements across multiple sectors. While some companies saw gains, a significant number of stocks, particularly in the technology and chemical sectors, registered declines.
According to Yonhap News Agency, among the gainers, HD Hyundai Electric marked a substantial increase, closing at 487,500 with an upward movement of 3,500. Doosan Robotics also saw a rise, closing at 66,100, up by 4,000. In the financial sector, KakaoBank recorded a modest gain, ending the session at 31,450 with an increase of 100.
Conversely, several stocks faced declines during the session. SKSQUARE experienced a significant drop, closing at 176,300, down by 11,100. kakaopay also saw a steep decline, ending at 84,200, a decrease of 9,600. Additionally, KDHC fell to 82,300, down by 7,600, and Hyosung TNC closed at 246,000, showing a drop of 5,000.
The chemical sector faced notable losses with companies like ECOPRO MAT closing at 45,100, a decline of 3,050, and ISU Specialty Chemical ending at 43,600, down by 1,450. In the technology sector, Samsung Biologics registered a decrease, closing at 996,000 with a drop of 3,000.
Despite the downturns, some companies managed to post gains. BGF Retail ended the day at 119,100, up by 1,000, while Hanwha Systems closed at 59,300, up by 600. KOLMAR KOREA also saw an increase, finishing at 91,700, up by 3,300.
Overall, the KOSPI 200 index displayed a mixed performance, with significant declines overshadowing the gains in certain sectors.