Seoul: The KOSPI 200 index experienced notable fluctuations as several companies reported significant changes in their stock prices. Among the gainers, LIG Defense and Aerospace saw a substantial increase of 29,000, closing at 725,000. KIWOOM also reported a significant rise, closing at 357,500, up by 27,000. Other notable gainers included LG Chem, which increased by 8,000 to 329,000, and KT and G, which rose by 7,100 to 184,300.

According to Yonhap News Agency, several other stocks also recorded increases. HANMISemi closed at 276,500, up by 23,000, while Celltrion saw an increase of 10,600, closing at 170,000. Hyundai Glovis and Hana Financial Group reported gains of 6,000 and 6,600, respectively, with closing prices of 198,000 and 119,000. Doosan Enerbility also saw a notable rise, increasing by 6,500 to close at 92,300.

In contrast, a few companies experienced declines. NC reported a decrease of 2,500, closing at 264,500, while Daewoong Pharm fell by 1,200 to 118,300. Doosan Robotics saw a significant drop of 10,600, closing at 116,600. LG Uplus and Hanwha Ocean also experienced declines, closing at 14,920 and 102,200, down by 800 and 900, respectively.

Overall, the KOSPI 200 index reflected a day of mixed performances, with several companies experiencing significant gains, while a few faced declines. The fluctuations underscore the dynamic nature of the stock market, influenced by various factors affecting different sectors.