Seoul: The latest closing prices for the KOSPI 200 index have shown mixed movements among major stocks, with notable fluctuations in both financial and technology sectors. Financial stocks such as KB Financial Group saw an increase, closing at 94,100, up 100 points, while Meritz Financial faced a decline, closing at 104,500, down 1,200 points. In the tech sector, Samsung Biologics dropped significantly by 31,000 points, closing at 995,000, whereas LG Innotek climbed 1,100 points, reaching 174,100.According to Yonhap News Agency, other significant movements included HanmiPharm, which experienced a substantial decrease of 24,500 points, closing at 321,500. Meanwhile, Kumho Petrochem saw a rise, ending at 136,300, up 2,300 points. The industrial sector also witnessed fluctuations, with Hankook Tire and Technology increasing by 50 points to close at 38,900, while Hyundai Wia decreased by 300 points, closing at 41,950.In the energy sector, S-Oil reported a slight decrease, closing at 59,100, down by 200 points . LOTTE CHEMICAL Corp also saw a decline, ending at 97,300, down 1,400 points. Meanwhile, SKC and HL Mando witnessed gains, closing at 127,900, up 500 points, and 36,550, up 600 points, respectively. The mixed results across various sectors indicate ongoing volatility in the market, reflecting broader economic conditions and investor sentiment.
- October 12, 2026
