KOSPI 200 Sees Significant Gains Led by POSCO FUTURE M and Nongshim.


Seoul: The KOSPI 200 index experienced notable gains on Monday, with several stocks showcasing impressive upward movements. POSCO FUTURE M led the charge with an increase of 13,000 KRW, closing at 241,000 KRW. Similarly, Nongshim saw a substantial rise, closing at 384,500 KRW after gaining 16,500 KRW. Other significant gainers included SK hynix and Youngpoong, which climbed by 11,800 KRW and 12,000 KRW, respectively.

According to Yonhap News Agency, the market also witnessed gains from KAL and HANATOUR SERVICE, which increased by 750 KRW and 2,900 KRW, respectively. LG Corp. and Shinsegae registered modest gains of 100 KRW and 2,000 KRW. The list of gainers continued with CosmoAM and T, SGBC, and Samsung SDI Co., Ltd., which saw rises of 5,500 KRW, 4,900 KRW, and 6,000 KRW, respectively.

Meanwhile, some stocks faced declines, with LOTTE Fine Chem dropping by 1,150 KRW and L and F decreasing by 3,900 KRW. KPIC experienced a significant decline, closing 6,400 KRW lower. Other stocks such as LOTTE, DWS, and
KCC also saw minor declines, with reductions of 200 KRW, 950 KRW, and 3,500 KRW, respectively.

Additionally, Hyosung and HyundaiEng and Const remained unchanged at their respective closing prices. Overall, the KOSPI 200 demonstrated a strong performance, driven by robust gains across various sectors in the market.