Actual
6910
Daily Change
-124.01 -1.76%
Monthly
5.03%
Yearly
103.50%
Q3 Forecast
6785
South Korea Stock Market - Summary

The benchmark KOSPI fell 1.76% to close at 6,910 on Friday, extending losses from the previous session amid surging oil prices and higher US Treasury yields. WTI climbed above $100 per barrel, while Brent topped $107 amid escalating US-Iran tensions, raising concerns over inflation and further disruptions to oil supplies. Additionally, the US 10-year Treasury yield rose to its highest level since October 2023, while rate-hike bets for next week’s Fed meeting strengthened. Samsung Electronics (-3.44%) and SK hynix (-2.21%) led the decline, alongside losses in SK Square (-4.05%), Hyundai Motor (-1.67%), and LG Energy Solution (-1.37%). Separately, the BOK signaled that it will assess the timing and pace of further rate hikes as inflation remains above target, with CPI accelerating to 3.1% in August. Meanwhile, South Korea’s exports surged 83% year-on-year in the first 10 days of September, led by semiconductor shipments that jumped 270% amid robust AI demand.

South Korea Stock Market - Stats

South Korea's main stock market index, the KOSPI, fell to 6910 points on September 11, 2026, losing 1.76% from the previous session. Over the past month, the index has climbed 5.03% and is up 103.50% compared to the same time last year, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks this benchmark index from South Korea. Historically, the South Korea Stock Market reached an all time high of 9385.59 in June of 2026. South Korea Stock Market - data, forecasts, historical chart - was last updated on September 13 of 2026.

South Korea Stock Market - Forecast

South Korea's main stock market index, the KOSPI, fell to 6910 points on September 11, 2026, losing 1.76% from the previous session. Over the past month, the index has climbed 5.03% and is up 103.50% compared to the same time last year, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks this benchmark index from South Korea. The South Korea Stock Market is expected to trade at 6784.84 points by the end of this quarter, according to Trading Economics global macro models and analysts expectations. Looking forward, we estimate it to trade at 4727.76 in 12 months time.



Indexes Price Day Month Year Date
KOSPI 6,909.91 -124.01 -1.76% 5.03% 103.50% Sep/11



Related Last Previous Unit Reference
South Korea Inflation Rate 3.10 2.80 percent Aug 2026
South Korea Interest Rate 3.00 2.75 percent Aug 2026
South Korea Unemployment Rate 2.70 2.80 percent Aug 2026

South Korea Stock Market
The Korea Stock Exchange Composite KOSPI is a major stock market index which tracks the performance of all common shares listed on the Korean Stock Exchange. It is a capitalization-weighted index. The KOSPI Index has a base value of 100 as of January 4, 1980. The KOSPI is a major stock market index which tracks the performance of large companies based in South Korea. The prices displayed in Trading Economics are based on over-the-counter (OTC) and contract for difference (CFD) financial instruments. Please visit https://global.krx.co.kr/ for official data and contact https://english.koscom.co.kr if you need to have a market data license.
Actual Previous Highest Lowest Dates Unit Frequency
6909.91 7033.92 9385.59 115.25 1983 - 2026 points Daily

Market Data Coverage: South Korea

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South Korean Shares Extend Slide
The benchmark KOSPI fell 1.76% to close at 6,910 on Friday, extending losses from the previous session amid surging oil prices and higher US Treasury yields. WTI climbed above $100 per barrel, while Brent topped $107 amid escalating US-Iran tensions, raising concerns over inflation and further disruptions to oil supplies. Additionally, the US 10-year Treasury yield rose to its highest level since October 2023, while rate-hike bets for next week’s Fed meeting strengthened. Samsung Electronics (-3.44%) and SK hynix (-2.21%) led the decline, alongside losses in SK Square (-4.05%), Hyundai Motor (-1.67%), and LG Energy Solution (-1.37%). Separately, the BOK signaled that it will assess the timing and pace of further rate hikes as inflation remains above target, with CPI accelerating to 3.1% in August. Meanwhile, South Korea’s exports surged 83% year-on-year in the first 10 days of September, led by semiconductor shipments that jumped 270% amid robust AI demand.
2026-09-11
South Korean Shares Edge Lower as Oil and Yields Climb
The benchmark KOSPI fell 0.25% to close at 7,034 on Thursday, reversing gains from the previous session amid surging oil prices and higher US Treasury yields. Brent crude rose above $101 a barrel, its highest level since May, as escalating US-Iran tensions raised concerns over Middle East energy disruptions, adding to inflation concerns and uncertainty over monetary policy. The US 10-year Treasury yield also climbed to its highest level since November 2023, while Wall Street stocks fell for a third straight session, weighing further on Korean shares. Large-cap performance was mixed, with losses in LG Energy Solution (-1.21%), Samsung Biologics (-1.72%), Doosan Enerbility (-1.42%), and HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (-1.19%), while SK hynix edged up 0.16% and Samsung Electronics was flat. Meanwhile, South Korea and France agreed to strengthen cooperation in AI and semiconductors, including joint research and investment, offering some longer-term support for Korea's technology sector.
2026-09-10
South Korean Shares Rise on Tech Gains
The benchmark KOSPI climbed 1.40% to close at 7,052 on Wednesday, recovering losses from the previous session, as continued gains in semiconductor stocks lifted sentiment. The Philadelphia Semiconductor Index rose 1.3% overnight, while SK hynix advanced 3.51% amid sustained optimism over AI-related demand. Additionally, defense and shipbuilding stocks gained following fresh overseas order developments. Hanwha Ocean gained 2.32% after being selected as the preferred bidder for a $509 million Thai frigate project. Other notable performers included Samsung Electro-Mechanics (2.48%), LG Energy Solution (6.46%), Doosan Enerbility (2.46%), Hanwha Aerospace (1.95%), HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (4.27%), and LS Electric (5.49%). Meanwhile, escalating Middle East tensions pushed Brent crude toward $100 per barrel, raising concerns over inflation and weighing on broader risk sentiment, while elevated US Treasury yields further limited risk appetite.
2026-09-09