Seoul: The latest KOSPI 200 index reveals significant fluctuations among major companies, indicating a mixed landscape in the South Korean market. HD Hyundai Heavy Industries saw a notable rise, with its stock closing at 363,500, marking an increase of 11,500. On the other hand, firms like Samsung SDI Co., Ltd. and SKC experienced declines, closing at 177,300 and 94,500, respectively.

According to Yonhap News Agency, several companies recorded gains, such as GC Corp and Hanmi Science, which saw their stock prices climb to 119,500 and 28,100, respectively. Meanwhile, others like Hyosung Heavy and LS Electric faced significant drops, closing at 438,000 and 172,600, respectively.

Increases were also noted for firms like Mirae Asset Securities and HD Hyundai Mipo, which ended the day at 9,960 and 133,600, respectively. Conversely, companies such as YoulchonChem and SamsungElecMech saw their values decrease, closing at 26,550 and 119,400, respectively.

The market also observed LG Energy Solution and Mobis experiencing declines, with their stock prices closing at 332,000 and 241,000, respectively. In contrast, HD KSOE and KorZinc recorded significant upticks, closing at 230,500 and 712,000, respectively.

Other notable movements included SamsungF and MIns rising to 357,000, while YoungoneHoldings and LG Innotek saw downturns, ending at 93,000 and 138,700, respectively. The varied performances reflect ongoing market dynamics, with some sectors experiencing growth and others facing challenges.