Seoul: The KOSPI 200 index displayed a range of movements as companies across various sectors experienced both gains and declines. Notably, Samsung C and T saw a significant rise of 6,500, closing at 269,500, while LIG Nex1 witnessed a steep decline of 50,000, ending at 810,000.
According to Yonhap News Agency, several companies reported increases in their stock prices. KT advanced by 700, closing at 60,200, and KIA Corp. rose by 1,400 to reach 151,600. Additionally, SK Innovation experienced a substantial gain of 5,000, closing at 123,200. Other companies such as GS and KB Financial Group also saw significant increases, with GS up 2,300 at 65,600 and KB Financial Group rising by 2,400 to 147,900.
Conversely, certain companies faced declines. Hanwha Engine decreased by 1,400, closing at 44,300, and HanmiPharm dropped by 7,000 to end at 500,000. HD-Hyundai Marine Engine experienced a notable decrease of 1,600, bringing its closing price to 74,200. In addition, companies such as Meritz Financial and CSWIND reported declines, with Meritz Financial down 1,000 at 111,300 and CSWIND falling by 3,600 to 73,300.
Overall, while some sectors experienced upward movements, others faced challenges, leading to a mixed performance in the KOSPI 200 index.