KOSPI
Closed slightly higher due to modest buying inflows centered on large-cap stocks, though upside gains remained limited.
Headline
Financial Market Briefing (September 3, 2026): KOSPI and Nasdaq Rise While KOSDAQ Weakens, Aerospace Sector Mixed
Key Takeaways
- The KOSPI and Nasdaq posted modest gains of 0.26% and 0.45% respectively, while the KOSDAQ fell sharply by 1.71% in a contrasting weak performance.
- The KRW/USD exchange rate closed down 0.26% at 1,356.80 won, reflecting a slightly weaker US dollar.
- The global aerospace sector showed mixed results, with gains and losses diverging based on individual stock developments.
KOSDAQ
Losses deepened as profit-taking pressure hit pharma/biotech and some tech stocks amid combined selling by foreign and institutional investors.
NASDAQ
Ended 0.45% higher, driven by bargain hunting in tech stocks and relief over interest rate trends.
Today's Watchlist
- Market wait-and-see stance ahead of US jobs data and its impact on the Fed's rate cut path.
- Schedules for new aerospace projects and the progress of global supply chain normalization.
- Whether the KRW/USD exchange rate stabilizes in the 1,350s range and the trend of foreign capital inflows.
Risk Note
Growth sectors such as aerospace are highly volatile based on individual stock momentum; risk management is essential when chasing short-term price spikes.
Last updated: 2026-09-03 16:00:19