During market hours, the Korea Composite Stock Price Index (KOSPI) experienced a positive surge, rising by 0.97% as of 1:33 pm Wednesday, 18 December 2024 (GMT+9). The benchmark index stands at 2,480.65 KRW, marking an increase of 23.83 points from the previous close of 2,456.82 KRW.
KOSPI opened the trading session at 2,463.06 KRW and has traded within a range of 2,462.82 KRW to 2,483.06 KRW so far.
About KOSPI
As a capitalization-weighted index, the KOSPI tracks all common shares listed on the Korea Stock Exchange. Introduced in 1983 with a base value of 100, the index serves as a critical barometer for the South Korean and broader Asian markets.
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