Seoul: The KOSPI 200 index observed a downturn, with a number of major stocks closing at decreased prices. Among the companies experiencing declines were LIG Nex1, which closed at 247,000, down by 11,000, and HD Hyundai Electric, which saw a significant drop of 28,500 to close at 353,000. Other notable decreases included POSCO FUTURE M, which fell by 9,800 to 197,200, and BGF Retail, which ended at 101,900, down by 5,700. According to Yonhap News Agency, GS and SeAH Steel Holdings were among the few companies that registered an increase in their closing prices, with GS rising by 100 to 41,050, and SeAH Steel Holdings climbing by 2,300 to 180,800. On the other hand, companies such as Yuhan and L and F also faced declines, with Yuhan closing at 123,800, down by 3,100, and L and F dropping by 5,300 to 112,900. The overall performance reflects a challenging trading session for the majority of companies listed in the KOSPI 200 index.