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KOSPI and KOSDAQ Open Higher as Market Sentiment Improves
yonhap_finance · 2026-09-09
South Korean stock indices opened with gains on the 9th, reflecting a positive start as both KOSPI and KOSDAQ showed upward momentum in early trading.
What Happened
Market Opening: The KOSPI index kicked off the session on the 9th with a modest gain, signaling a positive start to the trading day. Both major indices showed resilience as they began the morning in positive territory.
KOSPI Performance: As of 9:02 AM, the KOSPI was up 13.54 points to reach 6,968.06. The index initially started at 6,972.87, marking a 0.26% increase from the previous close.
KOSDAQ Movement: The KOSDAQ index also followed the upward trend, climbing 6.46 points to 818.34 at the same time. This reflects a broad-based improvement in investor sentiment across the local market.
Market Outlook: The simultaneous rise in both indices suggests a stable start to the trading session. Investors are now watching to see if this momentum can be sustained throughout the day.