KOSPI
The KOSPI maintained a stable trend, rising 0.62% amid limited buying from foreign and institutional investors.
Headline
Financial Market Briefing - July 9, 2026
Key Takeaways
- The KOSPI closed mildly higher at 7291.91 points, up 0.62% from the previous session.
- The KOSDAQ closed at 794.00 points, up 1.15%, showing relatively stronger upward momentum.
- The Nasdaq index edged up 0.20% to close at 25870.65 points, while the USD/KRW exchange rate closed slightly higher at 1509.70 won.
KOSDAQ
The KOSDAQ posted a relatively large gain of 1.15%, driven by inflows into IT and technology stocks.
NASDAQ
The Nasdaq index closed slightly up 0.20% amid moderate, range-bound trading in the US stock market.
Today's Watchlist
- Need to monitor whether foreign capital volatility expands as the USD/KRW exchange rate settles in the mid-1500 won range.
- Possibility of momentum differentiation by individual stocks amid a mixed performance in the aerospace and defense sectors.
- Need to check the continued wait-and-see attitude in the Nasdaq ahead of US tech earnings releases and its impact on the domestic stock market.
Risk Note
With the USD/KRW exchange rate continuing its high run at 1509.70 won, caution is warranted regarding import price burdens and the potential exit of foreign capital.
Last updated: 2026-07-09 16:00:12