At 12:17 pm Monday, 24 February 2025 (GMT+9), the Korea Composite Stock Price Index (KOSPI) was down 0.60%, trading at 2,638.77 KRW. The benchmark index opened at 2,636.12 KRW, slipping from its previous close of 2,654.59 KRW. The session fluctuated between 2,626.88 and 2,644.00 KRW as investors assessed market conditions.
The decline comes amid broader uncertainty in the global financial landscape, with investors closely watching economic data, corporate earnings, and external factors affecting South Korea’s export-driven economy.
About KOSPI
The KOSPI, a capitalization-weighted index tracking all common shares listed on the Korea Exchange, serves as a key indicator of market sentiment. Given that it includes major companies like Samsung Electronics and Hyundai Motor, its performance often reflects trends in the tech and automotive sectors, both crucial to South Korea’s economy.
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