KOSPI
The KOSPI closed slightly up at 8,088.34 points on the last trading day (2026-07-03), with no further trading due to the Sunday weekend close.
Headline
Weekend Market Review and Weekly Outlook Briefing
Key Takeaways
- As of Sunday, July 5, 2026, the South Korean stock market is closed for the weekend; on Friday, July 3, the KOSPI closed slightly higher (+5.76p) while the KOSDAQ ended flat (+0.19p).
- The US NASDAQ index declined by -0.80% in Friday's trading, driven by profit-taking pressure on major tech stocks.
- The KRW/USD exchange rate closed slightly lower at 1,530.00 KRW on Friday, but remains elevated, drawing close attention to next week's foreign exchange market volatility.
KOSDAQ
The KOSDAQ closed marginally higher at 868.41 points on the last trading day (2026-07-03), showing flat momentum amid the weekend market closure.
NASDAQ
The US NASDAQ closed lower by -0.80% at 25,832.67 points in Friday's trading, reflecting concerns over prolonged high interest rates and valuation adjustments in tech stocks.
Today's Watchlist
- Upcoming key US inflation and employment data releases scheduled for next week.
- Whether the KRW/USD exchange rate stabilizes in the 1,500s and potential intervention by foreign exchange authorities.
- Sector-by-sector divergence as domestic and international earnings seasons for Q2 kick off in earnest.
Risk Note
As the high exchange rate environment persists, close attention should be paid to upward pressure on import prices and potential foreign capital outflows.
Last updated: 2026-07-05 16:00:14