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KOSPI Rebounds to Close at 6,830, While KOSDAQ Slips
yonhap_finance · 2026-09-01
The KOSPI index managed to turn positive to close at 6,830 after a volatile session, while the KOSDAQ index continued its downward trend.
What Happened
KOSPI Performance: The KOSPI index staged a late-session recovery to finish in positive territory, gaining 0.23% to close at 6,835.80. The index showed resilience despite early morning selling pressure.
Intraday Volatility: The index dipped as low as 6,732.47 during the session, reflecting significant volatility. Similar to the previous day, the market displayed a 'weak start, strong finish' pattern, supported by late-day buying interest.
KOSDAQ Weakness: In contrast, the KOSDAQ index fell by 1.56% to close at 821.25, marking its second consecutive day of losses. The divergence suggests that investor sentiment remains cautious regarding small and mid-cap stocks.
Market Outlook: The domestic market continues to show a capacity for recovery, particularly within the KOSPI index. However, the ongoing weakness in the KOSDAQ suggests that investors remain selective and cautious amid broader market uncertainties.