KOSPI
The KOSPI barely defended the 8,930 line on limited institutional buying, though upward momentum weakened due to shrinking trading volume.
Headline
June 25, 2026 Financial Market Briefing: Global and Domestic Markets Mixed Amid High Exchange Rate
Key Takeaways
- The KOSPI ticked up slightly to settle at the 8,930 level, while the KOSDAQ declined, leading to a mixed closing in domestic stock markets.
- The NASDAQ index fell 0.43% from the previous session as the breathing spell in technology stocks continued.
- The KRW/USD exchange rate closed at 1,541.90 KRW, leaving lingering anxiety in the foreign exchange market due to the ultra-high exchange rate sticking above the 1,540 KRW level.
KOSDAQ
The index retreated to the upper 880s as profit-taking pressure intensified from foreign and institutional investors.
NASDAQ
A correction trend continued across tech stocks, weighed down by uncertainties over rate cuts and valuation concerns.
Today's Watchlist
- Monitor the negative impact on foreign capital flows as the KRW/USD exchange rate remains above 1,540 KRW.
- Await upcoming US Federal Reserve statements on the future interest rate path and economic data releases.
- Watch for earnings-driven selective performance amid mixed trends in the aerospace and defense sectors.
Risk Note
As the KRW/USD exchange rate persistently stays above the 1,540 KRW mark, vigilance is required regarding currency volatility, which may escalate import inflation and foreign capital outflow pressures.
Last updated: 2026-06-25 16:00:27