Seoul: The KOSPI 200 index experienced significant declines as trading closed, with various sectors, particularly technology and heavy industries, posting noticeable losses. Several major companies recorded substantial decreases in their stock prices, contributing to the overall downward trend.

According to Yonhap News Agency, Netmarble saw its stock price fall by 2,400 to close at 49,000, while KRAFTON experienced a decline of 14,500, ending at 247,500. HD Hyundai's stock decreased by 5,000 to 242,000, and HD Hyundai Electric dropped by 20,000, closing at 882,000. Other companies such as Miwon SC and Orion also faced declines, with their prices falling by 600 and 1,800, respectively.

In the technology sector, SK hynix suffered a notable decrease, with its stock dropping by 63,000 to close at 830,000. Similarly, KCC saw a decline of 41,500, ending at 462,500. Meanwhile, SK ie technology and kakaopay experienced declines of 1,100 and 3,750, closing at 21,200 and 47,150, respectively.

The heavy industries sector also saw significant declines. HD Hyundai Heavy Industries recorded a drop of 12,500, closing at 439,000. LS and LIG Nex1 experienced decreases of 14,000 and 10,000, respectively, closing at 264,500 and 784,000.

Despite the overall decline, there were some companies that managed to post gains. Hanwha Systems increased by 400 to close at 129,200, while Samsung SDI Company Limited saw an increase of 11,000, ending at 443,000. SeAH Steel Holdings also recorded an increase, closing up 7,000 at 227,000.

The mixed performance in other sectors, such as retail and construction, added to the complex trading day. BGF Retail saw its stock price fall by 2,800 to 134,800, while GS E and C dropped by 1,850, closing at 26,200. AMOREPACIFIC experienced a decline of 8,300, ending at 134,300.

Overall, the KOSPI 200 index reflected a challenging trading day with notable declines across various sectors, highlighting the volatility in the current market.