Get a quick daily summary of KOSPI index movements, key gainers and losers, and the major economic issues driving the market.
On August 31, 2026, the KOSPI closed up 31.14 points (0.46%) at 6,820.02. Despite net selling by foreign investors, institutions, and retail investors, net buying by other corporations and high expectations for shareholder returns from Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix helped defend the index, leading to a late-session rebound.
The KOSPI closed up 0.97% at 6,755.75 after a volatile session. Investors are weighing hopes that deleveraging has peaked against uncertainty surrounding upcoming major tech earnings.
The KOSPI index closed at 6,806.93 today, marking an 8.95% drop and falling below the 7,000 mark for the first time in two months. It was a "Black Monday" characterized by massive sell-offs by foreign and institutional investors and the year's 7th circuit breaker activation.
The KOSPI closed at 8,394.65 on Monday, June 29, 2026, down 16.56 points (0.2%). While foreign selling of 4 trillion won pressured the index, the KOSDAQ saw a buying sidecar triggered by a rally in battery and biotech stocks.
The KOSPI index jumped over 5%, reclaiming the 8,500 level, fueled by optimism over US-Iran ceasefire negotiations. Foreign and institutional investors both turned to buying, signaling a clear easing of geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.
The KOSPI has entered a severe correction phase, dropping over 5% due to massive selling by foreign and institutional investors, a sharp decline in semiconductor and IT stocks, and a spike in the KRW/USD exchange rate. Market volatility is at historic highs, fueling investor anxiety.
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