As of 11:03 am Friday, 8 November 2024 (GMT+9), The Korea Composite Stock Price Index (KOSPI) showed a positive start, gaining 0.72% or 18.53 points, closing at 2,583.17 KRW. The opening value was slightly higher at 2,586.70 KRW.
Throughout the trading day, KOSPI moved within the range of 2,580.51 KRW to 2,593.15 KRW.
About KOSPI
KOSPI, a capitalization-weighted index, tracks all common shares traded on the Korea Stock Exchange and has been operational since 1983 when it was introduced with a base value of 100. It includes major companies such as Samsung Electronics and Hyundai Motor. Because of its composition and market impact, monitoring KOSPI is significant for those following Asian market movements, especially for insights into South Korea’s economic activity.
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