Seoul: The KOSPI 200 index experienced a significant downturn with most companies witnessing a fall in their closing prices. Major players such as LG Electronics, LGCHEM, and HanmiPharm reported declines, contributing to the overall negative trend in the market.

According to Yonhap News Agency, LG Electronics closed at 208,000, down by 7,000, while LGCHEM saw a decrease of 10,000, closing at 270,500. HanmiPharm also faced a notable decline, closing at 392,000, down by 6,500. Other companies like Hyundai Rotem, Celltrion, and Daewoong Pharm also reported declines, with their prices falling by 3,700, 5,500, and 6,100 respectively.

Despite the overall downturn, a few companies managed to post gains. Misto Holdings increased by 1,000 to close at 43,500, and GS rose by 2,300, closing at 119,300. SK Innovation also experienced an upward trend, closing at 131,500, an increase of 2,800.

Several companies such as Hanwha Life and Youngone Corp faced declines, decreasing by 110 and 5,000 respectively. The financial sector was not immune to the downturn, with Hana Financial Group and JB Financial Group also seeing their prices drop by 2,300 and 100 respectively.

The day's trading reflects market volatility, with most companies within the KOSPI 200 index experiencing declines, though a few managed to buck the trend with slight gains.