The Korea Composite Stock Price Index (KOSPI) climbed 0.81% in early trading on Monday, reaching 2,612.08 KRW as of 11:16 am KST.
The index gained 21.02 points from its previous close of 2,591.06 KRW, opening at 2,595.99 KRW before moving within a range of 2,592.57 KRW to 2,612.80 KRW.
About KOSPI
The KOSPI, a capitalization-weighted index tracking all common shares on the Korea Stock Exchange, is closely watched by investors, particularly due to the presence of major corporations such as Samsung Electronics and Hyundai Motor. Since its inception in 1983 with a base value of 100, the index has served as a key indicator of South Korea’s stock market performance.
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