Daily Briefing (English)

2026-06-20 · KOSPI & Nasdaq
Headline

June 20 Weekend Market Review and Next Week's Outlook

Key Takeaways
  • On Saturday, June 20, 2026, the South Korean stock market is closed for the weekend; in the last trading session on June 19, the KOSPI closed slightly lower, and the KOSDAQ declined.
  • The US Nasdaq market showed a contrasting trend, rising 1.88% driven by strength in tech stocks.
  • The USD/KRW exchange rate showed a slight downward trend around the 1,533.00 won level, requiring preparation for volatility ahead of major domestic and international economic indicators next week.
Highlights

KOSPI

Closed slightly lower at 2,652.42 points in the last trading session (June 19), with no trading activity currently due to the weekend.

Highlights

KOSDAQ

Closed lower at 866.59 points in the last trading session (June 19), with no further movement currently due to the weekend.

Highlights

NASDAQ

Closed strong at 16,517.93 points, up 1.88% in local US trading on June 19.

Today's Watchlist
  • Speeches by US Federal Reserve officials and clues on monetary policy directions.
  • Whether the USD/KRW exchange rate stabilizes around the 1,530 won level and the possibility of intervention by foreign exchange authorities.
  • News flow regarding new supply contracts in major tech and aerospace sectors next week.
Risk Note

As the USD/KRW exchange rate remains high in the 1,530 won range, vigilance is required regarding the potential for foreign capital outflows and upward pressure on import prices.

Last updated: 2026-06-20 16:00:12