Seoul: The KOSPI 200 index recorded mixed movements as several major companies experienced both gains and losses by the close of the trading session. Kolmar Korea's stock rose by 700 to close at 87,000, while Hankook Tire and Technology saw a significant increase of 1,500, closing at 63,600.

According to Yonhap News Agency, Hanwha Solutions and Samsung Electronics Mechanical were among the top performers, with Hanwha Solutions climbing by 2,100 to reach 47,550, and Samsung Electronics Mechanical jumping by 40,000 to a closing price of 812,000. Meanwhile, HDKSOE saw a notable rise of 35,500 to end at 463,000.

On the downside, Lotte experienced a decline of 300, closing at 28,300. Other companies such as LotteChilsung and CJ also faced downturns, with LotteChilsung dropping by 1,300 to 122,100, and CJ decreasing by 1,500 to 209,500. Samsung C and T recorded a decrease of 3,000, finishing at 301,000.

In contrast, LG CNS reported an increase of 1,200, closing at 68,200, while Hyundai Rotem surged by 16,000 to 237,500. LGELECTRONICS also saw a positive movement, rising by 6,200 to a closing price of 132,800.

Additionally, Youngone Corp and GKL faced declines, with Youngone Corp down by 1,400 at 84,000, and GKL decreasing by 180 to 11,930. Among the financial groups, KB Financial Group dropped by 3,000, ending at 157,400, while Woori Financial Group fell by 900 to 34,900.

Overall, the KOSPI 200's performance reflected a day of varied outcomes for investors, with significant gains and losses impacting the market dynamics.