KOSPI
Closed on Sunday, August 9, 2026. On the last trading day (August 7), it closed at 6,258.77 points (-0.60%), requiring caution over volatility driven by foreign capital flows.
Headline
Weekend Market Briefing: US Market Tailwinds and Next Week's Korean Market Outlook
Key Takeaways
- On August 7 (the most recent trading day), Korean markets took a breather, with both the KOSPI and KOSDAQ closing slightly lower.
- Over the weekend, the US Nasdaq closed 1.29% higher, boosted by a technology-led rebound, injecting positive momentum into global markets.
- In the coming week, major inflation indicators, including the US Consumer Price Index (CPI), are scheduled for release, which may sustain market volatility.
KOSDAQ
Closed on Sunday, August 9, 2026. On the last trading day (August 7), it ended slightly lower at 798.81 points (-0.36%), showing mixed movements driven by individual theme stocks.
NASDAQ
As of the last trading day (August 7, local time), it showed strength to close at 26,690.62 points (1.29%), driven by an influx of buying pressure in tech stocks.
Today's Watchlist
- Reassessment of the interest rate cut path following the release of the US July Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Producer Price Index (PPI).
- Whether the strong momentum in the Nasdaq will spill over into Korean tech stocks on the KOSPI and KOSDAQ early next week.
- Potential adjustment in the pace of foreign capital outflows as the USD/KRW exchange rate enters the 1,412 won range.
Risk Note
A heavy concentration of capital in specific sectors, such as aerospace, may lead to sharp volatility. Investors should avoid chasing rapid surges.
Last updated: 2026-08-09 16:00:11