KOSDAQ Falls Over 2%... Breaks Below 820 Level

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[Asia Economy Reporter Park Jihwan] On the 18th, the KOSDAQ market showed a decline of over 2%, falling below the 820 level.

As of 2:15 PM that day, the KOSDAQ index recorded 818.31, down 16.72 points from the previous session.

The market opened at 834.55, down 0.48 points from the previous trading day, but the decline widened as time passed.

Looking at trading trends by participant, individuals net bought 333.9 billion KRW. In contrast, foreigners and institutions net sold 156.8 billion KRW and 130.7 billion KRW, respectively.

At the same time, the KOSPI market also recorded 2390.63, down 16.86 points from the previous session.

By supply and demand, individuals sold 350.4 billion KRW, while foreigners and institutions net bought 52.3 billion KRW and 309.3 billion KRW, respectively.

By sector, there were mixed movements. In the KOSPI market that day, the electrical and electronics and pharmaceuticals sectors rose, while distribution and transportation expenses declined.

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