Seoul: The KOSPI 200 index experienced a session marked by fluctuations, with notable movements in several key stocks. While some companies saw gains, others faced declines, reflecting a mixed performance in the market.
According to Yonhap News Agency, Kangwonland's stock closed at 14,670, marking a decline of 180. Technology giants NAVER and Kakao also saw declines, with NAVER dropping by 4,500 to close at 210,000, and Kakao down by 350, closing at 35,050. In contrast, NC's stock fell by 1,000, closing at 210,500, while Celltrion maintained its position with no change at 183,100.
Financial and industrial sectors showed varied results. KIWOOM's stock increased by 500, reaching 273,500, and KIH rose by 300, ending at 192,800. TKG Huchems saw a modest gain of 80, closing at 16,520. However, JB Financial Group's stock dropped by 200, closing at 31,100. Hanwha Ocean experienced a significant rise, closing at 88,100 after a 2,000 increase. On the downside, KDHC fell by 1,300 to 74,800, and KEPCO KPS declined by 450, closing at 48,000.
In the pharmaceutical and chemical sectors, DAEWOONG PHARM's stock decreased by 1,200, ending at 114,400, while HD-Hyundai Marine Engine saw a substantial gain of 2,600, closing at 52,800. LG HandH and LGCHEM also experienced increases, with LG HandH rising by 1,500 to 291,500, and LGCHEM up by 15,000 to 285,000. Conversely, LGELECTRONICS' stock dropped by 500, closing at 204,500, and HYUNDAIDEPTST saw a decrease of 3,100, ending at 97,400.
In other sectors, HANMISemi reported a significant increase of 6,000, closing at 250,500. KEPCO EandC and SANIL ELECTRIC also posted gains, closing at 143,100 and 210,500, respectively. However, ShinhanGroup and GS saw declines, with ShinhanGroup down by 2,600 to 110,600, and GS dropping by 2,400 to 122,100. LIG Defenseand Aerospace rose by 4,000, closing at 67,000, while Hanwha Engine gained 3,500, ending at 49,150.
Overall, while some sectors and companies experienced growth, others faced challenges, contributing to a varied performance on the KOSPI 200 index.