Seoul: The KOSPI 200 index experienced a day of mixed performances as various companies saw both gains and declines in their stock prices. Among the notable movements, COSMAX saw an increase of 3,100 to close at 168,800, while LGCHEM fell by 5,000 to settle at 220,000.

According to Yonhap News Agency, Hanwha Ocean's stock decreased by 2,100, closing at 77,300, and HD Hyundai Infracore saw a drop of 170, ending at 7,850. In contrast, LG H and H and ShinhanGroup observed upward movements, with increases of 3,000 and 700, respectively.

HANMISemi registered a decline of 2,900, concluding the day at 64,700, whereas KEPCO KPS rose by 200 to reach 39,650. Meanwhile, LIG Nex1 experienced a significant jump, climbing 19,000 to finish at 288,000.

HYUNDAI ROTEM saw an uptick of 800, closing at 105,600, while LGELECTRONICS recorded a decrease of 700, ending at 69,300. On a similar note, SK Innovation faced a reduction of 3,600, settling at 94,100.

Other notable changes included L and F dropping by 2,000 to 59,600, and HanmiPharm decreasing by 4,500 to close at 234,500. Conversely, Meritz Financial and KIH both saw gains, with increases of 600 and 800, respectively.

While some companies like DAEWOONG PHARM and Youngone Corp remained unchanged, others such as HYUNDAIDEPTST and AMOREPACIFIC witnessed gains, closing at 56,500 and 111,500 with increases of 400 and 1,600, respectively.