Seoul: The KOSPI 200 index experienced a mixed trading session on Tuesday, with a majority of stocks closing in the red. Key players such as POSCO Holdings and LG Energy Solution recorded notable declines, contributing to the overall downward trend.
According to Yonhap News Agency, POSCO Holdings saw a significant drop of KRW 6,500, closing at KRW 274,500. LG Energy Solution also faced a steep decline of KRW 12,000, ending the day at KRW 373,500. Samsung SDI Co., Ltd. reported a decrease of KRW 10,500, with a closing price of KRW 236,500.
Other major companies such as Hyundai Motor and Nongshim experienced declines, with Hyundai Motor closing at KRW 202,500, down by KRW 4,500, and Nongshim ending at KRW 349,000, down by KRW 4,500. Meanwhile, Shinsegae and GS Retail reported smaller declines of KRW 3,100 and KRW 100, respectively.
Despite the overall downturn, several stocks managed to gain. HD Hyundai Heavy Industries saw an increase of KRW 9,500, closing at KRW 308,000. Yuhan and Kogas also experienced gains, with Yuhan up by KRW 1,700 to KRW 122,200 and Kogas rising by KRW 1,650 to KRW 37,950.
The trading session highlighted a challenging day for many KOSPI 200 stocks, with significant losses overshadowing the gains made by a few. The mixed performance reflects ongoing market volatility and investor uncertainty.