Daily Briefing (English)

2026-04-18 · KOSPI & Nasdaq
Headline

[Weekend Market Briefing] Nasdaq Strong Amid Mixed Aerospace Stocks on the 17th, Market Check for Next Week

Key Takeaways
  • Ahead of this weekend while the Korean market is closed, KOSPI closed slightly lower on April 17.
  • Nasdaq posted a strong performance despite mixed movements within the aerospace sector.
  • Investors are repositioning and preparing for next week's major market events.
Highlights

KOSPI

KOSPI is trading in a consolidation range while investors reassess near-term catalysts.

Highlights

KOSDAQ

KOSDAQ shows selective momentum, led by theme-driven and earnings-sensitive names.

Highlights

NASDAQ

Nasdaq sentiment is mixed as recent gains face intermittent profit-taking pressure.

Today's Watchlist
  • KOSPI reopening direction
  • Next week's macroeconomic indicators
  • Track intraday flow concentration by sector.
Risk Note

Market volatility may increase; all investments carry inherent risks.

Last updated: 2026-04-18 15:02:14