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KOSPI falls 2.62% to 6,625.93 on October 9

South Korea Stocks

South Korea's benchmark KOSPI index fell 2.62% to 6,625.93 on October 9, extending a 5.39% weekly decline. The broad-based drop mirrors weakness across the wider South Korean equity market during the period. The KOSPI encompasses all common stocks on the Korea Exchange, making it a comprehensive gauge of overall South Korean equity market conditions.

Oct 09, 06:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

KOSPI 200 drops 2.71% to 1,044.52 on October 9

South Korea Stocks

South Korea's KOSPI 200 declined 2.71% to 1,044.52 on October 9, deepening a sharp 5.82% weekly loss. The sustained selling over the week points to broad pressure on South Korean equities rather than a single-day event. The KOSPI 200 covers the 200 largest companies on the Korea Exchange and serves as the primary benchmark for South Korean large-cap equity performance.

Oct 09, 06:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

KOSPI falls 2.62% to 6,625.93 on October 08

South Korea Stocks

South Korea's broader KOSPI index fell 2.62% to 6,625.93 on October 8, extending a 3.8% weekly decline. The losses mirror the drop in the KOSPI 200, indicating broad-based selling across Korean equities. The KOSPI is a widely followed barometer of South Korea's economy, which is deeply tied to global manufacturing and trade cycles.

Oct 08, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

KOSPI 200 falls 2.71% to 1,044.52 on October 08

South Korea Stocks

South Korea's KOSPI 200 index declined 2.71% to 1,044.52 on October 8, adding to a 4.07% loss over the prior week. The index, which tracks the 200 largest companies on the Korea Exchange, has now given back significant ground over a short period. South Korean equities are heavily influenced by global demand for technology and semiconductor exports, two of the country's key industries.

Oct 08, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

USD/KRW falls 1.27% to 1,342.5 on October 4

South Korea Currencies

The US dollar declined 1.27% against the South Korean won on October 4, with the pair at 1,342.51 and down about 0.98% for the week. The won's strengthening reversed part of recent depreciation pressure that had kept the pair elevated. South Korea's currency is closely tied to global trade flows and semiconductor export demand, making it a widely watched bellwether for Asian economic conditions.

Oct 04, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

USD/KRW falls 1.21% to 1,343.4 on October 03

South Korea Currencies

The US dollar declined 1.21% against the South Korean won to 1,343.40 on October 3, with a modest weekly loss of 0.95%. The won's gains reflect a slight improvement in risk appetite and dollar softness across emerging-market currencies. The Korean won is sensitive to global trade conditions given South Korea's export-driven economy.

Oct 03, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

USD/KRW falls 1.04% to 1,345.72 on October 02

South Korea Currencies

The US dollar declined 1.04% against the South Korean won to 1,345.72 on October 02, leaving the pair nearly flat on a weekly basis with a 0.08% dip. The daily strengthening of the won coincided with weaker-than-expected US payroll data, which reduced demand for the dollar broadly. The won is often used as a proxy for Asian emerging-market sentiment given South Korea's deep integration with global trade.

Oct 02, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

KOSPI falls 2.7% to 6,889.74 on September 28

South Korea Stocks

South Korea's benchmark KOSPI index dropped 2.7% to 6,889.74 on September 28, bringing the weekly loss to 1.3%. The decline reflected broad selling in large-cap Korean equities, mirroring a steeper drop in the narrower KOSPI 200. As one of Asia's most internationally traded equity markets, the KOSPI is often used as a barometer for global risk appetite toward export-driven emerging economies.

Sep 28, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

KOSPI 200 drops 3.27% to 1,089.28 on September 28

South Korea Stocks

South Korea's KOSPI 200 index fell 3.27% to 1,089.28 on September 28, adding to a 1.64% weekly decline. The session loss was one of the steeper moves among major Asian equity benchmarks on the day. The KOSPI 200 tracks the 200 largest companies on the Korea Exchange and is heavily weighted toward technology and semiconductor exporters, making it sensitive to global demand signals in those sectors.

Sep 28, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

USD/KRW falls 1.25% to 1,358.52 on September 22

South Korea Currencies

The US dollar weakened 1.25% against the South Korean won on September 22, with the pair trading at 1,358.52, also down 0.5% for the week. A lower USD/KRW reading means the won gained value relative to the dollar. The South Korean won is often used as a proxy for broader risk appetite in Asia given the country's heavy exposure to global trade and technology exports.

Sep 22, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

USD/KRW dips 0.93% to 1,373 on September 21

South Korea Currencies

The US dollar fell 0.93% against the South Korean won to 1,373 on September 21, though the pair remained up 2.63% on the week. The daily pullback followed a week of dollar strength against the won. South Korea's export-driven economy means the won's value has direct implications for the competitiveness of major goods including semiconductors and automobiles.

Sep 21, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

KOSPI gains 2.7% to 6,894.23 on September 20

South Korea Stocks

South Korea's benchmark KOSPI index rose 2.66% to 6,894.23 on September 20, though it finished the week marginally lower by 0.23%. The strong daily gain came despite a broadly cautious global equity environment. The KOSPI is a broad measure of the South Korean stock market and serves as a key indicator of investor sentiment toward Asia's export-oriented economies.

Sep 20, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

KOSPI 200 rises 3.0% to 1,090.23 on September 20

South Korea Stocks

South Korea's KOSPI 200 index gained 3.02% to close at 1,090.23 on September 20, while its weekly change was flat at 0.0%. The single-session advance was one of the stronger daily moves for the index in recent weeks. The KOSPI 200 tracks the top 200 companies on the Korea Stock Exchange and is heavily weighted toward technology and semiconductor firms, making it sensitive to global chip demand trends.

Sep 20, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

KOSPI advances 2.66% to 6,894.23 on September 19

South Korea Stocks

South Korea's benchmark KOSPI index rose 2.66% on September 19 to 6,894.23, though it was down slightly, 0.23%, for the week. The broad index covers all common stocks listed on the Korea Exchange and reflects overall sentiment toward one of Asia's most export-driven economies. Moves in the KOSPI are closely watched as an indicator of global trade and technology demand.

Sep 19, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

KOSPI 200 rises 3.02% to 1,090.23 on September 19

South Korea Stocks

South Korea's KOSPI 200 index gained 3.02% on September 19, closing at 1,090.23, while remaining flat for the week. The index tracks the 200 largest companies on the Korea Exchange and is heavily weighted toward technology and semiconductor firms. Gains in South Korean equities are often driven by global demand signals for electronics and chips.

Sep 19, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

USD/KRW rises 0.76% to 1,357.07 on September 15

South Korea Currencies

The US dollar strengthened 0.76% against the South Korean won to 1,357.07 on September 15, adding to a weekly gain of 1.04%. The move reflects continued broad dollar strength over the period. A weaker won raises the cost of imports for South Korean businesses and consumers, including key inputs such as energy and raw materials.

Sep 15, 06:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

KOSPI 200 falls 3.61% to 1,050.83 on September 14

South Korea Stocks

South Korea's KOSPI 200 index dropped 3.61% on September 14 to close at 1,050.83, bringing the weekly decline to 4.81%. The sharp move represented one of the larger single-session losses for the index in recent months. South Korean equities are heavily weighted toward export-oriented technology and semiconductor companies, making the index sensitive to global demand and trade conditions.

Sep 14, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

KOSPI 200 falls 1.97% to 1,090.22 on September 13

South Korea Stocks

South Korea's KOSPI 200 index declined 1.97% to 1,090.22 on September 13, pulling back despite a strong weekly gain of 3.68%. The daily drop wiped out a portion of the week's advance. The KOSPI 200 tracks the 200 largest companies on the Korea Exchange and is a widely followed barometer of South Korean economic and corporate health.

Sep 13, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

KOSPI 200 falls 1.97% to 1,090.22 on September 12

South Korea Stocks

South Korea's KOSPI 200 index declined 1.97% to 1,090.22 on September 12, giving back part of a 3.68% gain recorded over the prior week. The daily pullback dragged the index back from recent highs. The KOSPI 200 tracks the 200 largest companies listed in South Korea and is a key barometer of Asia-Pacific equity market health.

Sep 12, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

USDKRW falls 0.6% to 1,341.05 on September 12

South Korea Currencies

The US dollar weakened 0.6% against the South Korean won to 1,341.05 on September 12, trimming a small weekly loss of 0.31% for the pair. A lower USDKRW rate indicates the won gained ground against the dollar. South Korea's currency is closely tied to global trade flows and the performance of its large export-oriented tech and manufacturing sectors.

Sep 12, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

KOSPI slips 1.76% to 6,909.91 on September 11

South Korea Stocks

South Korea's broader KOSPI index fell 1.76% to 6,909.91 on September 11, despite holding a weekly gain of 2.81%. The daily pullback reflected broader regional equity weakness tied to macro uncertainty. The KOSPI covers all common stocks on the Korea Stock Exchange and serves as the primary measure of South Korean stock market performance.

Sep 11, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

KOSPI 200 drops 1.97% to 1,090.22 on September 11

South Korea Stocks

South Korea's KOSPI 200 index fell 1.97% to 1,090.22 on September 11, trimming a weekly gain of 3.3%. The daily decline tracked weakness across Asian equity markets amid global risk-off sentiment. The KOSPI 200 covers the 200 largest companies on the Korea Stock Exchange and is a key benchmark for South Korean equity performance.

Sep 11, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

USD/KRW falls 0.65% to 1,340.32 on September 11

South Korea Currencies

The US dollar weakened 0.65% against the South Korean won to 1,340.32 on September 11, leaving the pair nearly flat over the week at -0.04%. The move indicates a modest strengthening of the won relative to the dollar on the day. Exchange rate shifts between the dollar and won affect the cost of South Korean exports and the returns on Korean assets held by foreign investors.

Sep 11, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

KOSPI rises 4.61% to 6,995.39 on Sep 7

South Korea Stocks

South Korea's benchmark KOSPI index gained 4.61% on September 7, closing at 6,995.39 and adding to a weekly rise of 2.1%. The broad-market advance was led by large-cap technology and export-oriented stocks. The KOSPI is South Korea's main equity index and serves as a barometer for the country's trade-dependent economy.

Sep 07, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

KOSPI 200 jumps 5.1% to 1,105.19 on Sep 7

South Korea Stocks

South Korea's KOSPI 200 index surged 5.1% on September 7 to close at 1,105.19, bringing its weekly gain to 2.59%. The single-session move was one of the index's sharpest in recent months. The KOSPI 200 tracks the 200 largest companies on the Korea Exchange and is heavily influenced by global demand for semiconductors and electronics.

Sep 07, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

KOSPI 200 rises 1.81% to 1,051.52 on September 6

South Korea Stocks

South Korea's KOSPI 200 index gained 1.81% to 1,051.52 on September 6, though it remained down 1.33% for the week. The daily rebound partially offset losses recorded earlier in the week. The KOSPI 200 is heavily weighted toward technology and semiconductor companies, making it sensitive to global demand trends in those sectors.

Sep 06, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

USDKRW drops 0.73% to 1,345.99 on September 6

South Korea Currencies

The US dollar fell 0.73% against the South Korean won to 1,345.99 on September 6, extending a weekly decline of 1.98%. The won's gains over the week mark a meaningful reversal after a period of dollar strength. South Korea's export-heavy economy makes the won particularly sensitive to global trade conditions and demand for electronics and semiconductors.

Sep 06, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

KOSPI 200 gains 1.81% to 1,051.52 on September 05

South Korea Stocks

South Korea's KOSPI 200 index rose 1.81% to 1,051.52 on September 05, though it remained 1.33% lower on the week. The daily rebound partially offset earlier weekly losses in the South Korean equity market. The KOSPI 200 is heavily weighted toward technology and semiconductor companies, making it particularly sensitive to global chip demand trends and trade developments.

Sep 05, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

KOSPI 200 gains 1.81% to 1,051.52 on September 04

South Korea Stocks

South Korea's KOSPI 200 index advanced 1.81% on September 04 to 1,051.52, paring a weekly decline of 0.38%. The session's gain suggested some recovery in risk appetite among investors in South Korean equities after a softer week overall. The KOSPI 200 is dominated by large export-oriented companies in the technology and automotive sectors, making it sensitive to global demand conditions and currency movements.

Sep 04, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

USD/KRW drops 0.77% to 1,345.38 on September 04

South Korea Currencies

The US dollar fell 0.77% against the South Korean won on September 04 to 1,345.38, adding to a weekly loss of 1.93% for the dollar. The move continued a week-long trend of won strengthening relative to the greenback. The won is often treated as a proxy for risk appetite in Asian markets, given South Korea's heavy exposure to global trade and technology demand.

Sep 04, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

KOSPI falls 3.99% to 6,562.72 on September 02

South Korea Stocks

South Korea's benchmark KOSPI index declined 3.99% to 6,562.72 on September 02, extending a weekly drop of 3.00%. The broad-market selloff reflected sustained pressure across Korean equities on both a daily and weekly basis. South Korea's stock market is often viewed as a bellwether for global trade and technology demand given the country's role as a leading exporter of semiconductors and electronics.

Sep 02, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

KOSPI 200 drops 4.07% to 1,031.53 on September 02

South Korea Stocks

South Korea's KOSPI 200 index fell 4.07% to 1,031.53 on September 02, adding to a weekly loss of 3.06%. The index declined sharply on both timeframes, indicating broad-based selling pressure among the country's largest listed companies. The KOSPI 200 tracks South Korea's top 200 stocks and is heavily weighted toward technology and semiconductor firms, making it a key barometer of global tech-sector sentiment.

Sep 02, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

USD/KRW falls 1.16% to 1,357.91 on September 02

South Korea Currencies

The US dollar weakened 1.16% against the South Korean won to 1,357.91 on September 02, extending a weekly decline of 1.27%. The move reflects the won gaining ground on both a daily and weekly basis. A stronger won can benefit South Korean consumers by reducing the cost of imports, while it may present a headwind for the country's major export-oriented manufacturers.

Sep 02, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

USD/KRW slips 0.63% to 1,367 on August 31

South Korea Currencies

The US dollar fell 0.63% against the South Korean won on August 31 to 1,367.05, with the weekly change also showing a slight decline of 0.6%. The move kept the pair within a narrow range on both a daily and weekly basis. The won is often used as a proxy for broader risk sentiment in Asia given South Korea's deep integration into global trade and semiconductor supply chains.

Aug 31, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

KOSPI falls 1.8% to 6,788.88 on August 30

South Korea Stocks

South Korea's benchmark KOSPI index declined 1.79% on August 30 to 6,788.88, matching its weekly loss of 1.79%. Broad-based selling across technology and industrial sectors drove the move. The KOSPI tracks all common stocks on the Korea Exchange and is closely watched as an indicator of the health of one of Asia's most export-dependent economies.

Aug 30, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

KOSPI 200 falls 2.1% to 1,065.7 on August 30

South Korea Stocks

South Korea's KOSPI 200 index dropped 2.1% on August 30 to 1,065.7, extending a weekly decline of 2.79%. The index, which tracks the 200 largest companies on the Korea Exchange, was weighed down by selling in semiconductor and technology shares. South Korean equities are sensitive to global demand for electronics and chips, making them a barometer of broader technology sector sentiment.

Aug 30, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

KOSPI drops 1.8% to 6,788.88 on August 29

South Korea Stocks

The broader KOSPI index fell 1.79% to 6,788.88 on August 29, with the weekly decline matching the single-day loss at 1.79%. Weakness was broad-based across South Korean equities during the session. The KOSPI is South Korea's main stock benchmark and reflects the performance of all companies listed on the Korea Exchange.

Aug 29, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

KOSPI 200 falls 2.1% to 1,065.7 on August 29

South Korea Stocks

South Korea's KOSPI 200 index dropped 2.10% to 1,065.7 on August 29, extending a weekly loss of 2.79%. The decline puts the index among the weaker-performing major Asian benchmarks over the period. The KOSPI 200 tracks the 200 largest companies listed in South Korea and is heavily weighted toward technology and semiconductor firms.

Aug 29, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

KOSPI drops 1.79% to 6,788.88 on August 28

South Korea Stocks

South Korea's main KOSPI index fell 1.79% to 6,788.88 on August 28, with a weekly decline of 1.68%. Selling was broad-based across the exchange. The KOSPI is a key barometer for Asian equity markets and is closely followed by investors tracking the health of export-oriented economies.

Aug 28, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

KOSPI 200 falls 2.1% to 1,065.7 on August 28

South Korea Stocks

South Korea's KOSPI 200 index declined 2.1% to 1,065.7 on August 28, extending a weekly loss of 2.61%. The index has now retreated for the week across multiple sessions. The KOSPI 200 tracks the 200 largest companies on the Korea Exchange and is heavily weighted toward technology and semiconductor firms, making it sensitive to global chip demand trends.

Aug 28, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

KOSPI falls 3.12% to 6,696.96 on August 24

South Korea Stocks

South Korea's broader KOSPI index dropped 3.12% to 6,696.96 on August 24, compounding a weekly decline of 3.76% and marking one of its steeper combined weekly drawdowns of the recent period. The index mirrored losses in the narrower KOSPI 200, with technology and export-oriented stocks weighing on performance. The KOSPI is a key benchmark for the South Korean economy, which relies heavily on semiconductor and electronics exports.

Aug 24, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

KOSPI 200 falls 3.85% to 1,054.01 on August 24

South Korea Stocks

South Korea's KOSPI 200 index declined 3.85% to 1,054.01 on August 24, extending a weekly loss of 3.64% as selling pressure persisted across the session. The dual-session and weekly decline indicates sustained negative sentiment rather than a one-day event. The KOSPI 200 tracks the 200 largest companies on the Korea Exchange and is heavily weighted toward technology and semiconductor firms, making it sensitive to global demand signals for those sectors.

Aug 24, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

KOSPI rises 5.89% to 6,852.58 on August 20

South Korea Stocks

South Korea's broader KOSPI index climbed 5.89% to 6,852.58 on August 20, contributing to a 0.45% weekly gain. The sharp daily move reflected broad-based buying across large- and mid-cap Korean stocks. The KOSPI is the main stock market index in South Korea and is sensitive to global risk sentiment given the export-oriented nature of the Korean economy.

Aug 20, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

KOSPI 200 jumps 6.75% to 1,080.98 on August 20

South Korea Stocks

South Korea's KOSPI 200 index surged 6.75% to 1,080.98 on August 20, far outpacing its modest 0.7% weekly gain, indicating the bulk of the move was concentrated in that session. The single-day jump was among the largest for the index in recent months. The KOSPI 200 tracks the 200 largest companies on the Korea Exchange and is a benchmark for institutional investors in South Korean equities.

Aug 20, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

KOSPI drops 5.8% to 6,471.17 on August 19

South Korea Stocks

South Korea's main KOSPI index fell 5.8% on August 19 to close at 6,471.17, contributing to a 1.53% weekly loss. The decline placed the index among the worst performers globally on that date. The KOSPI is a broad measure of the South Korean stock market and is closely watched as a bellwether for export-driven economies and technology sector health across Asia.

Aug 19, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

KOSPI 200 tumbles 6.41% to 1,012.61 on August 19

South Korea Stocks

South Korea's KOSPI 200 index fell 6.41% to 1,012.61 on August 19, extending a 1.5% weekly decline. The sharp single-day drop was one of the most severe for the index in recent months. The KOSPI 200 tracks the 200 largest companies listed in Seoul and is heavily weighted toward technology and semiconductor firms, making it a key gauge of sentiment toward the broader Asian tech sector.

Aug 19, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

USD/KRW drops 1.73% to 1,387.77 on August 19

South Korea Currencies

The US dollar fell 1.73% against the South Korean won to 1,387.77 on August 19, contributing to a 1.36% weekly decline. The won's appreciation came alongside significant moves in South Korean equity markets on the same day. The won is closely watched as a barometer of broader Asian emerging-market sentiment and is influenced by South Korea's large export sector, particularly in semiconductors and electronics.

Aug 19, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

KOSPI rises 2.42% to 6,977.94 on August 17

South Korea Stocks

South Korea's benchmark KOSPI index climbed 2.42% to 6,977.94 on August 17, extending a 10.77% gain over the prior week. The broad market recovery mirrored the stronger performance in the KOSPI 200. South Korea's stock market is closely watched as a barometer for global demand in technology and consumer electronics, given the country's major chip and device manufacturers.

Aug 17, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

KOSPI 200 rises 2.51% to 1,098.18 on August 17

South Korea Stocks

South Korea's KOSPI 200 index gained 2.51% to 1,098.18 on August 17, adding to a strong 12.31% advance over the prior week. The index has staged a sharp rebound from recent lows across both timeframes. The KOSPI 200 tracks the largest and most liquid stocks on the Korea Exchange and is widely used as a benchmark for South Korean equities, which are heavily weighted toward technology and semiconductor companies.

Aug 17, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

KOSPI 200 gains 2.51% to 1,098.18 on August 16

South Korea Stocks

South Korea's KOSPI 200 index rose 2.51% on August 16 to 1,098.18, adding to an already strong 12.67% weekly advance. The weekly gain is among the largest seen for the index in recent months. The KOSPI 200 tracks the 200 largest companies on the Korea Exchange and is heavily weighted toward technology and semiconductor firms, making it sensitive to global chip demand and export trends.

Aug 16, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

KOSPI 200 gains 2.51% to 1,098.18 on August 15

South Korea Stocks

South Korea's KOSPI 200 index rose 2.51% to 1,098.18 on August 15, capping a strong weekly advance of 12.67%. The rebound follows a period of sharp volatility in Asian equity markets earlier in the month. The KOSPI 200 is the benchmark futures and options index for South Korea and is heavily weighted toward technology and semiconductor companies.

Aug 15, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

KOSPI 200 rises 2.51% to 1,098 on August 14

South Korea Stocks

South Korea's KOSPI 200 Index gained 2.51% to 1,098.18 on August 14, capping a strong 11.98% weekly advance. The sharp weekly rally represents a significant recovery for the index. South Korean equities are heavily weighted toward technology and semiconductor companies, making the index sensitive to global demand for chips and electronics.

Aug 14, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

KOSPI rises 3.56% to 6,813.34 on August 13

South Korea Stocks

South Korea's broad KOSPI index gained 3.56% to 6,813.34 on August 13, part of a weekly rebound of 8.58% after severe losses earlier in August. The recovery mirrors a broader stabilisation in global equity markets following a period of acute volatility. The KOSPI is the main benchmark for South Korean stocks and is heavily weighted toward technology and semiconductor companies.

Aug 13, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

KOSPI 200 surges 4.06% to 1,071.24 on August 13

South Korea Stocks

South Korea's KOSPI 200 index jumped 4.06% to 1,071.24 on August 13, adding to a sharp weekly gain of 9.4%. The rally follows a steep selloff in early August driven by global recession fears and yen carry trade unwinding, with markets rebounding as those concerns partially eased. The KOSPI 200 tracks the 200 largest companies on the Korea Exchange and is a key barometer of investor sentiment toward South Korean equities.

Aug 13, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

KOSPI jumps 3.68% to 6,579 on August 12

South Korea Stocks

South Korea's broad KOSPI index gained 3.68% to 6,579.04 on August 12, trimming its weekly decline to 0.52%. The rally was broad-based across the index's constituent sectors. The KOSPI is one of Asia's major equity benchmarks and its moves are often read as a signal of regional investor sentiment and global risk appetite.

Aug 12, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

KOSPI 200 surges 4.26% to 1,029 on August 12

South Korea Stocks

South Korea's KOSPI 200 index rose 4.26% to 1,029.43 on August 12, though the benchmark remains 1.1% lower on the week. The sharp single-session rebound followed several days of losses that left the index in negative weekly territory. The KOSPI 200 tracks the 200 largest companies on the Korea Stock Exchange and is a key barometer of South Korean equity market health.

Aug 12, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

USD/KRW rises 0.69% to 1,417.11 on August 10

South Korea Currencies

The US dollar advanced 0.69% against the South Korean won on August 10, bringing USD/KRW to 1,417.11, though the pair remained 0.94% lower for the week. The daily move reflects broad dollar strength even as the won held up better over the weekly period. South Korea is a major exporting economy, and won weakness can boost export competitiveness while raising the cost of dollar-denominated imports such as energy.

Aug 10, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

USD/KRW falls 1.07% to 1,407.45 on August 09

South Korea Currencies

The US dollar fell 1.07% against the South Korean won on August 09, bringing the rate to 1,407.45, and added to a 1.61% weekly decline. The won's strengthening reflects a broader pullback in the dollar across Asian currency markets during the period. South Korea's export-oriented economy means the won's movements are closely watched as a signal of trade conditions and global demand for electronics and semiconductors.

Aug 09, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

USD/KRW drops 1.05% to 1,407.72 on August 08

South Korea Currencies

The US dollar fell 1.05% against the South Korean won to 1,407.72 on August 08, bringing the week's decline in the pair to 2.46%. The won has gained ground steadily over the week against the dollar. The won is closely tied to South Korea's export sector and global technology demand, making it a common barometer of risk appetite in Asian markets.

Aug 08, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

USD/KRW drops 0.93% to 1,409.46 on Aug 7

South Korea Currencies

The US dollar slipped 0.93% against the South Korean won to 1,409.46 on August 7, extending a weekly loss of 1.62%. South Korea's currency is sensitive to global trade flows and demand for its key exports, including semiconductors, automobiles, and electronics. A stronger won lowers import costs domestically but can reduce the won-denominated revenues of export-heavy companies.

Aug 07, 17:51 UTC AlternativeMarkets.AI Newsroom · Data: Financial Modeling Prep

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