KOSPI Hits New 6-Day High, KOSDAQ Rises, South Korea’s Economic Outlook

KOSPI Reaches New 6-Day High, Surges Past 4,637

On the 12th, the Korea Composite Stock Price Index (KOSPI) climbed by 1.12%, breaking through the 4,637 mark and hitting a new six-day high. The KOSDAQ also gained 0.89%, surpassing 956 points. Major stocks like Hyundai Motor led the rally thanks to strong momentum from physical AI innovations.

Key Stock Market Trends

Samsung Electronics preferred shares rose by 1.36%, while Samsung Biologics stayed flat. The won-dollar exchange rate remains weak, trading around 1,458.80 KRW. Defense industry stocks are showing signs of a sharp rise, driven by expectations around U.S. policy shifts under Trump.

• Top Performers: Hyundai Motor up 0.68%
• Exchange Rate: Trading around 1,458 KRW
• KOSDAQ: Up 0.89%

Public Bank Wage Payment Controversy

Industrial Bank of Korea is overhauling its employee compensation system for the first time in 19 years. The government has ordered a comprehensive review of the system, which has been linked to wage delays. This move signals a push to improve wage management in the public sector.

EcoPro BM Turns Profitable, Stock Price Faces Pressure

Despite returning to profitability, EcoPro BM’s stock remains under pressure, with analysts at DB Securities maintaining a neutral outlook. Investors are closely watching the gap between improved earnings and stock performance.

Real Estate Market Listings

A prime office building in Gasan-dong, Seoul, is listed for 290 billion KRW. Luxury villa-style apartments in Gangnam’s Daechi-dong are priced at 80 billion KRW, while a small commercial building near Jung-gu Office is listed at 26 billion KRW. Listings are also active in Cheonan, Chungnam, and Yongin, Gyeonggi Province.

1. Gasan-dong, Seoul: 290 billion KRW
2. Daechi-dong, Gangnam: 80 billion KRW
3. Jung-gu, Seoul: 26 billion KRW

Overall Economic Sentiment

The stock market’s strength is accompanied by signs of currency stabilization. Rising defense stocks are linked to positive expectations around U.S. policies, while structural reforms in public institutions are drawing attention as key drivers of Korea’s economic outlook.