KOSPI/KOSDAQ Weekly
South Korea’s KOSPI surged 3.09% to a record high of 5,677.25 on February 19, led by Samsung Electronics (+4.86%) and SK Hynix (+1.59%). As markets open on February 20, we analyze the key drivers and what to watch.
KOSPI surged 3.09% to 5,677.25 on February 19, 2026, the first trading session after the Seollal (Lunar New Year) holiday. KOSDAQ climbed 4.94% to 1,160.71. Institutions net bought KRW 1.64 trillion on the KOSPI while foreign investors remained net sellers.
KOSPI, Samsung Electronics (005930), SK Hynix (000660) Weekly Recap: KOSPI Navigates Global AI Volatility and Export Resilience (Feb 9–13, 2026) The South Korean stock market experienced a dynamic week as the KOSPI index grappled with shifting global sentiments regarding AI valuations and domestic economic signals. Despite mid-week volatility triggered by Wall Street’s tech correction, the … Read more
Korean Markets End Mixed as Tech Stocks Lead Volatility South Korean equities closed Friday’s session with divergent performances as investors digested fresh economic data and monitored global market sentiment ahead of the weekend. Index Performance Index Close Change % Change KOSPI 2,547.82 -18.45 -0.72% KOSDAQ 748.33 +5.67 +0.76% The benchmark KOSPI retreated 0.72% to close … Read more
Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix Lead Mixed Session South Korean technology stocks showed varied performance in today’s trading session, with semiconductor giants Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix capturing investor attention amid ongoing global chip market dynamics. The KOSPI index reflected cautious sentiment as traders assessed corporate earnings prospects and macroeconomic indicators. Semiconductor Sector Performance Samsung … Read more