Seoul:The KOSPI 200 index experienced a varied performance, with several companies witnessing significant changes in their stock prices. HanmiPharm closed at 361,500, marking a decrease of 9,000. SD Biosensor, however, saw an increase, closing at 6,850, up by 100.

According to Yonhap News Agency, Meritz Financial's stock fell by 2,800, closing at 127,800. BNK Financial Group also saw a decline, ending at 13,670, which is down by 270. Other notable declines include HD HYUNDAI, which closed at 137,800, down by 4,700, and iM Financial Group at 15,750, down by 650.

Emart's stock decreased by 1,500 to close at 69,500, while HD HYUNDAI ELECTRIC saw a significant drop of 20,000, closing at 470,000. KOLMAR KOREA and HANJINKAL also faced declines, with their stocks closing at 122,500 and 120,100, down by 2,300 and 600, respectively.

On a positive note, Samsung Biologics recorded a substantial increase, closing at 1,466,000, up by 105,000. SKSQUARE also experienced a rise, closing at 775,000, up by 24,000. DL E and C's stock increased by 1,400, ending at 59,900.

Many other companies, such as HD CE, Krafton, Hanwha Systems, APR, and BGF Retail, saw their stocks decline, indicating a challenging day for several sectors within the KOSPI 200 index.