Seoul: The KOSPI 200 index witnessed a notable trading session with significant movements in technology and energy stocks. Key companies such as Samsung Electronics and LG Energy Solution saw substantial gains, contributing to the overall positive trend in the index.
According to Yonhap News Agency, Samsung Electronics closed at 63,800, marking an increase of 3,000. LG Energy Solution also experienced a strong surge, closing at 318,500, up by 16,000. These gains were mirrored by Samsung SDI Co., Ltd., which rose by 6,300 to close at 185,300.
In contrast, some companies faced declines. Hanwha saw a decrease of 5,200, closing at 90,600, and Hyundai Heavy Industries recorded a drop of 13,500, settling at 394,000. Despite these downturns, the overall performance of the KOSPI 200 was buoyed by the strength in technology and energy sectors.
Other notable movements included POSCO Holdings, which increased by 24,000 to close at 312,000, and COSMOCHEM, which rose by 770 to reach 15,950. In the insurance sector, DB Insurance experienced a minor decline of 300, closing at 123,400.
The session also saw significant changes in the industrial sector. HD Hyundai Mipo declined by 10,100, ending at 183,400, while LS Electric dropped by 7,500 to close at 276,500. Meanwhile, Korea Zinc recorded an increase of 1,000, closing at 821,000.
Overall, the KOSPI 200 index demonstrated resilience, driven by robust performances in specific sectors, despite facing challenges in others.