Finance

All Korean Market Global Market Forex Interest Rates Oil Prices Futures & Commodities Bonds & Rates

Samsung C&T Plummets 6% Following Preliminary Earnings Announcement

Samsung C&T's stock price fell sharply by 6.40% compared to the previous trading day, closing at 329,000 won. Market disappointment following the announcement of preliminary operating results on a consolidated basis is analyzed as the main factor driving the decline. Simultaneous selling pressure from foreigners and institutions also contributed to the stock price drop. Samsung C&T (028260) fell 22,500 won (-6.40%) from the previous trading day on the 3rd on the Korea Exchange, closing at 32

2026.08.03

Samsung Electronics Stock Plummets 9% Following Major Shareholder Change Announcement

Samsung Electronics shares experienced a sharp decline nearing 9% today following the disclosure of changes in major shareholder and executive shareholdings, shocking the market. The closing price fell 23,000 won (8.76%) from the previous trading day to 239,500 won, significantly dampening investor sentiment. News of insider shareholding changes amid semiconductor industry uncertainty served as a critical factor amplifying market anxiety. Samsung Electronics, a major blue-chip stock on the domestic market,

2026.08.03

SK Hynix Plummets Over 8% on Performance Concerns... Investment Sentiment Weakens

SK Hynix closed trading today at 1,567,000 won, down 8.79% from the previous trading day. Preliminary earnings announcements fell short of market expectations, rapidly cooling investment sentiment. With profit-taking sales adding to the pressure, the stock price declined sharply. SK Hynix (000660), one of the major blue-chip stocks in the domestic market today, fell significantly amid growing concerns over disappointing preliminary earnings results, with the stock dropping to 1,567

2026.08.03

Hanmi Semiconductor Falls Over 5% Amid Executive Share Changes and Valuation Concerns

Hanmi Semiconductor closed trading today at 202,500 won, down 5.59% from the previous trading day. Analysis suggests that recently disclosed reports on executive and major shareholder specific securities ownership had a subtle impact on investor sentiment. The decline was driven by a combination of profit-taking selling pressure from recent sharp gains and the burden of high valuations. Hanmi Semiconductor (042700) on the 3rd in the KOSPI market showed a decline compared to the previous trading day

2026.08.03

LG Chem Stock Price, Target Price↓ '70% Sharp Surge'…Mirae Asset Remarkable Assessment

「Mirae Asset Securities downgraded LG Chem's target stock price from the previous 480,000 won to 440,000 won, yet presented a remarkable assessment stating 'there is approximately 70% upside potential compared to the current stock price,' as reported by Lee Hui-kyung, a reporter at Korea Economic TV, on August 1, 2026. The paradoxical message to spot investment opportunities amid short-term earnings weakness forecasts is drawing investors' attention.」 Today (2nd)

2026.08.02

LG Stock Price Breaks Through 100,000 Won Level, Boosted by Subsidiary Shareholder Returns and Growth Expectations

LG (003550) stock surged during trading on the 31st, breaking through the 100,000 won level. As of the afternoon, it was trading at 101,400 won, up 5,000 won (5.19%) from the previous day. Recent aggressive shareholder return policies and new investments by subsidiaries appear to be key drivers of the stock price increase. LG (003550) stock broke through the 100,000 won level during today's trading, rising 5,000 won (5.1%) from the previous day

2026.07.31

Samsung C&T surges over 20% intraday on strong preliminary earnings and contract amendment disclosure

Samsung C&T (028260) is trading at 355,000 won, up 20.75% from the previous trading day during morning trading. The stock surge is being driven by preliminary earnings results that exceeded expectations and news of a single sales and supply contract amendment, which are stimulating investor sentiment. The market is showing signs of growing expectations for Samsung C&T's corporate value re-evaluation. Samsung C&T (028260) as of July 31, 2026

2026.07.31

[Featured Stock] SK Hynix Soars 28% on Preliminary Results Expectations...Overheating Concerns Also Present

SK Hynix (000660) surged to 1,694,000 won during the morning session, recording a sharp gain of 28.14%. This is interpreted as a result of widespread expectations that the recently announced consolidated financial statement operating preliminary results will significantly exceed market forecasts. Strong buying pressure from major market participants is flowing in, with the stock breaking through support levels in one go. In the KOSPI market, SK Hynix (000660)

2026.07.31

[Featured Stock] Samsung Electronics Surges Over 24% During Trading Session...Market Sentiment Peaks

Samsung Electronics' stock price reached 258,000 won during today's trading session, surging 24.64% compared to the previous trading day. Investment sentiment has been maximized in line with recently disclosed autonomous disclosures including 'Other Management Matters.' Increased demand for artificial intelligence (AI) semiconductors and growth expectations in the foundry sector are drawing intense market attention. Samsung Electronics (005930), ranked No. 1 by market capitalization on KOSPI, on the 31st morning

2026.07.31

Stock Market Surges as Buy-Side Circuit Breakers Triggered Simultaneously for KOSPI and KOSDAQ…Technical Rebound Signal Following Panic Selling

South Korea's stock market surged sharply, triggering buy-side circuit breakers simultaneously in both the KOSPI and KOSDAQ markets. The KOSPI jumped more than 10%, marking a sharp reversal from the previous day's sharp decline. However, analysts cautioned that the rebound appears to be primarily a technical bounce following the selloff, and it is premature to conclude a trend reversal.

2026.07.31

Hanwha Q CELLS Surges Over 9% Intraday Following Share Buyback and Interim Results Announcement

Hanwha Q CELLS experienced significant intraday gains on July 30, 2026, driven by its share buyback decision and interim earnings announcement. The company is currently trading at 24,900 won on the KOSPI, up 2,050 won (8.97%) from the previous trading day. The market rally is attributed to strong shareholder return policies and solid financial performance, which have bolstered investor sentiment. Hanwha Q CELLS (009830) showed clear upward momentum from this morning on the KOSPI market.

2026.07.30

KT&G Shows Strong Performance in 3% Range Ahead of IR Presentation... Expectations for Corporate Value Reassessment

KT&G (033780), a leading domestic tobacco and ginseng specialist company, recorded strong intraday gains in the 3% range on July 30, 2026, drawing investor attention. On the morning of that day, KT&G traded at 188,700 won, up 6,100 won (3.34%) from the previous trading day, showing steady upward momentum. The recently announced news of an investor relations (IR) presentation is analyzed as the key driver behind the stock price increase.

2026.07.30

"Stop Now" Samsung and SK Hynix Leverage ETFs… 75% Loss Warning Signals

As emergency warnings to "stop investing now" are pouring in for Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix single-stock leverage exchange-traded fund (ETF) investors, securities industry analysis shows that even if the underlying asset's main stock fully recovers to its starting price, related leverage products face unavoidable massive losses of up to 75%, causing shock. Today's simulation results from Hanyang Securities and recent...

2026.07.30

'4.7 million vs 1.48 million won' SK Hynix, Investors in 'Mental Breakdown' Over Extreme Forecasts

Despite SK Hynix's stock price plummeting for two consecutive days and shocking market conditions with the stock losing half its value in a month, securities firms are showing stark contrasts with target stock prices climbing to 4.7 million won in 'bullish bets' and dropping to 1.48 million won in 'bearish views,' causing severe confusion among investors. Today (July 30, 2026), SK Hynix, the 'leading blue-chip stock' of the domestic stock market, showed Kospi declining 360.42 points (5.98% from the previous trading day,

2026.07.30

SK Hynix Stock Turns Negative Following Preliminary Results Announcement...Semiconductor Stock Investment Sentiment Weakens

SK Hynix (000660) stock price is unable to escape a downward trend during today's trading session. As of 1 p.m. today, SK Hynix is trading at 1,368,000 won, down 33,000 won (2.36%) from the previous day's close. The recently announced preliminary earnings disclosure and concerns about slowdown in the semiconductor industry are weighing on investor sentiment. SK Hynix (000660) is showing weakness during today's trading session, reflecting investor concerns

2026.07.30

SK Hynix's $6.4 Billion Quarterly Net Profit Overshadowed...Stock Plunges 10%

SK Hynix, one of the world's largest memory semiconductor manufacturers, recorded its largest-ever quarterly net profit on the 29th (local time), yet its stock price plummeted nearly 10% instead. Results that would have been unimaginable just one or two years ago are now being evaluated as falling short of market expectations, demonstrating how much higher investor expectations have become amid the AI chip boom.

2026.07.30

[Featured Stock] Samsung Electronics Maintains Struggle Around 209,000 Won Following Dividend and Earnings Announcement... Cautious Sentiment Rising Amid Market Optimism

Samsung Electronics' stock price rose slightly during the trading session, maintaining the 209,000 won level. This is interpreted as a result of market optimism flowing in following recent dividend announcements and provisional earnings releases. However, cautious views on short-term overheating were also raised, limiting the upward momentum. Samsung Electronics (005930), a bellwether stock in the domestic stock market, traded at 209,000 won, up 0.24% during today's session, continuing its steady trend. Compared to the previous day

2026.07.30

Korean-American Semiconductor plummets over 9% intraday...profit-taking sales intensify valuation concerns

Korean-American Semiconductor, a core equipment company for artificial intelligence (AI) semiconductors, plummeted over 9% during trading on the 28th, falling to the early 180,000 won level. The stock's sharp recent gains have triggered a wave of short-term profit-taking sales, dampening investor sentiment. Without any particular negative news, the market is experiencing a correction due to supply-demand instability. Korean-American Semiconductor (042700) in the KOSPI market saw the

2026.07.28