Seoul: The KOSPI 200 index witnessed varied movements in its stock prices, with several companies experiencing gains while others saw declines. Notably, Kakao and HYBE recorded significant increases in their closing prices. Kakao's shares rose by 400 to close at 37,750, while HYBE gained 5,200, ending at 202,500.According to Yonhap News Agency, other notable gainers included NCsoft, HD Hyundai Infracore, and LG H and H. NCsoft's shares increased by 3,500 to reach 223,000, HD Hyundai Infracore went up by 30 to 6,730, and LG H and H rose by 1,000 to close at 339,000. Meanwhile, companies like KIWOOM and SK ie technology saw decreases, with KIWOOM dropping 2,200 to 133,100 and SK ie technology falling by 2,650 to 31,750.Additional changes in the KOSPI 200 index included Hanwha Ocean, which went up by 550 to 27,600, and KEPCO E and C, rising by 600 to 68,100. On the other hand, LGCHEM and POONGSAN faced declines, with LGCHEM dropping by 1,500 to 322,000 and POONGSAN decreasing by 1,100 to 64,900. The index's fluctuations reflect ongoing market dynamics as investors respond to various factors influencing stock performance.