Seoul: The KOSPI 200 index experienced a mixed close as several major South Korean companies reported varied shifts in their stock prices. Notable movements were seen in companies like HANALL BIOPHARMA and KorZinc, which saw significant gains, while others like Youngpoong and HYOSUNG TNC registered declines.
According to Yonhap News Agency, among the notable changes, HANALL BIOPHARMA surged by 5,250 points, marking one of the largest increases of the day. Conversely, HYOSUNG TNC experienced a considerable drop, declining by 8,500 points. The electronics and technology sectors displayed volatility, with NCsoft climbing by 7,400 points, while SK ie technology dropped by 600 points.
Industrials and chemicals also showed diverging trends; KorZinc notably increased by 53,000 points, making it one of the top gainers in the recent market activity. On the other hand, Youngpoong saw a significant decrease, shedding 10,500 points. The finance sector remained relatively stable with minor gains, as exemplified by Woori
Financial Group, which edged up by 30 points.
The day ended with no change in stock prices for some major players like SamsungElecMech and NAVER, indicating a steady stance amidst the fluctuating market. These mixed results reflect the ongoing adjustments and varied investor sentiments across different sectors of the South Korean market.