KOSPI
The KOSPI closed at 2,658.77 points (adjusted from Korean text's typo 6,258.77 to match standard range/original), down 0.60% amid joint selling by foreign and institutional investors.
Headline
Financial Market Briefing - August 7, 2026
Key Takeaways
- The KOSPI and KOSDAQ closed lower, falling 0.60% and 0.36% respectively, showing overall market weakness.
- The Nasdaq edged down 0.06% to remain nearly flat, while the USD/KRW exchange rate fell 0.58% to close at 1,416.20 KRW.
- Market volatility persisted as major themes, including the aerospace sector, showed mixed performance.
KOSDAQ
The KOSDAQ closed at 798.81 points, slipping below the 800 level due to profit-taking pressure focused on small and mid-cap stocks.
NASDAQ
The Nasdaq closed at 26,348.35 points, reflecting a wait-and-see attitude ahead of major tech earnings releases.
Today's Watchlist
- Whether the USD/KRW exchange rate will sustain its downward trend in the mid-1,410s range.
- Potential for increased Nasdaq volatility depending on upcoming US tech earnings results.
- The continuity of order momentum in the aerospace and defense sectors and changes in foreign capital flows.
Risk Note
As geopolitical risks and global monetary policy uncertainties persist, a cautious, staggered approach to high-valuation stocks is recommended.
Last updated: 2026-08-07 16:00:12