Seoul: The KOSPI 200 index witnessed notable shifts in its closing prices with a mix of gains and declines across various sectors. Among the prominent gainers were Hanwha Aerospace, which saw its stock rise by 12,500 to close at 416,000, and Mobis, which increased by 10,000 to 254,500. Meanwhile, several companies experienced declines, with Samyang Food dropping 22,000 to 562,000 and Samsung SDI Co., Ltd. falling 10,000 to 274,500. According to Yonhap News Agency, large-cap stocks displayed significant volatility, reflecting diverse investor sentiment in the market. Samsung Heavy Industries recorded an increase of 810, closing at 11,820, while LS Electric rose by 2,900 to 164,900. On the other hand, SK hynix experienced a decrease of 7,900, ending the day at 192,600, and CJ fell by 6,100 to 96,700. The market also saw gains in other sectors, with Youngpoong rising by 5,000 to 454,000 and Samsung Fire and Marine Insurance up by 3,500 to 348,500. Meanwhile, declines were observed in stocks such as Kumho Pet rochem, which decreased by 8,000 to 113,000, and Ottogi, down by 9,500 to 395,000. Overall, the movements in the KOSPI 200 index reflect ongoing market dynamics, with investors responding to varying economic indicators and global financial conditions.