Seoul: The latest closing prices for the KOSPI 200 reveal varied performances among key companies, reflecting a mixed day for South Korean equities.

According to Yonhap News Agency, LG Corp. saw a decrease in its stock price, closing at 82,200, down by 2,100. Similarly, Hyundai Steel's shares fell to 29,150, a decrease of 500, while Nongshim experienced a decline of 5,500, closing at 414,500. KEPCO and Samsung Securities also faced declines, with their prices dropping by 900 and 1,900 respectively.

On the other hand, certain companies reported gains. Shinsegae's stock price rose significantly, closing at 262,000, marking an increase of 23,000. Hyundai Glovis saw a substantial rise, ending the day at 218,500, up by 31,400. Hyundai Autoever also experienced a notable increase, with its price climbing by 82,500 to close at 394,500. Hyundai Motor's shares increased by 42,500, closing at 350,500.

Other companies, such as Hanchem, Korea Zinc, and LG Innotek, reported gains of 5,500, 47,000, and 6,000 respectively. Notably, HDKSOE's stock price rose by 4,000, closing at 418,000, and Hyundai Wia saw an increase of 2,800, ending at 77,500.

However, several companies experienced declines. Amorepacific Holdings closed at 26,050, down by 950, while S-Oil dropped by 4,300 to finish at 80,900. Kakao and NAVER saw their prices decrease by 4,500 and 7,500, closing at 59,300 and 252,500 respectively. Samsung Life's shares fell by 3,400, closing at 162,000.

Despite these fluctuations, some companies managed to post positive results. Lotte Chemical Corp and Samsung Heavy Industries saw their stock prices increase by 700 and 550, closing at 70,400 and 25,350 respectively. Youngone Corp experienced a rise of 3,500, concluding at 85,900, while LG Display's shares increased by 230, closing at 12,540.