KOSPI
The index closed at 7,475.94 points on the last trading day (2026-07-10) and is currently closed for the weekend. Attention is focused on changes in institutional supply and demand following next week's interest rate trends.
Headline
Weekend Market Review and Weekly Outlook Briefing (2026-07-12)
Key Takeaways
- On the last trading day (July 10), the KOSPI and KOSDAQ closed slightly higher at 7,475.94p and 837.43p, respectively, with the South Korean market currently closed for Sunday (12th).
- The US NASDAQ index ended the last trading session slightly up at 26,281.61p, driven by inflows into tech-heavy stocks last Friday.
- Investors need to monitor geopolitical risks and exchange rate volatility (KRW/USD at 1,503.40) over the weekend to prepare for next Monday's market opening scenarios.
KOSDAQ
The index showed a slightly stronger trend, closing at 837.43 points on the last trading day (2026-07-10), and is currently closed. Volatility driven by individual thematic stock groups may continue.
NASDAQ
The index closed at 26,281.61 points on the last trading day, Friday (2026-07-10). The market is currently digesting the impact of speeches by Federal Reserve officials and cooling inflation indicators.
Today's Watchlist
- Assessing the interest rate path through next week's US retail sales data and public speeches by Federal Reserve officials.
- Monitoring the outflow and inflow of foreign capital in the domestic stock market as the KRW/USD exchange rate fluctuates in the mid-1,500s.
- Preparing for divergent sector performances as domestic and international corporate Q2 earnings releases begin in earnest.
Risk Note
As the KRW/USD exchange rate remains at a high level, volatility in the foreign exchange market could exert downward pressure on the domestic stock market, requiring a cautious approach.
Last updated: 2026-07-12 16:00:13