Seoul: The KOSPI 200 index witnessed a mixed performance with notable declines in the pharmaceutical and tech sectors. Several major companies experienced a decrease in their stock prices, contributing to a varied market outcome.

According to Yonhap News Agency, Daewoong Pharm saw a significant drop, closing at 145,600, down by 6,100. POSCO Future M also faced a substantial decline, ending the trading day at 206,000, down by 6,000. Similarly, Amorepacific’s stock fell dramatically, closing at 116,600, a decrease of 6,500. In the tech sector, Samsung Electronics Mechanics reported a decline, with its stock price dropping by 4,400 to finish at 112,400.

On the other hand, some companies experienced an increase in their stock prices. HD Hyundai Electric saw a substantial rise, closing at 390,000, up by 26,500. KT also reported gains, with its stock increasing by 3,300 to end at 44,400. Other companies with notable increases include L and F, which ended at 118,100, up by 3,800, and SK Telecom, which closed at 56
,500, up by 100.

Overall, the market displayed a mixed trend, with some companies experiencing gains while others faced declines. The performance of individual stocks varied significantly, reflecting the diverse factors influencing the market.