The KOSDAQ index finished trading in the 892 range, down 0.69%. Alteogen, the top company by market capitalization, fell more than 6%, weighing on the index, while Jusung Engineering climbed more than 6%. Seven of the top 10 stocks by market capitalization rose, but the index failed to avoid weakness.

◆ KOSDAQ Closes at 892.27... Below the 900 Level

On the 8th, the KOSDAQ index ended the regular session at 892.27, down 6.16 points (0.69%) from the previous trading day. It fell below the previous day's close of 898.43, remaining under the 900 level.

◆ Alteogen, Top by Market Cap, Plunges 6.42%

Among top market capitalization stocks, Alteogen closed at 240,500 won, down 16,500 won (6.42%) from the previous trading day. EcoPro fell 700 won (0.76%) to 91,200 won, and Rainbow Robotics ended the session down 15,500 won (3.47%) at 431,500 won.

◆ Jusung Engineering Rises 6.46%... Biggest Gain Among Top 10 Market Cap Stocks

In contrast, Jusung Engineering closed at 263,500 won, up 16,000 won (6.46%) from the previous trading day, posting the largest gain among the top 10 market capitalization stocks. Wonik IPS also finished trading at 134,200 won, up 3,100 won (2.36%).

Among secondary battery-related stocks, EcoPro BM rose 2,000 won (1.61%) to 126,500 won, moving in the opposite direction of EcoPro. LK ended the session up 2,600 won (3.05%) at 87,800 won.

In addition, Simmtech rose 300 won (0.18%) to 170,700 won, and Ioptech gained 1,000 won (0.19%) to close at 519,000 won. HLB also finished trading up 100 won (0.22%) at 46,000 won.

◆ Key Points to Watch on the Next Trading Day

On the next trading day, key points to watch are expected to include whether the KOSDAQ index can recover the 900 level, the direction of Alteogen's share price, and whether semiconductor equipment stocks, including Jusung Engineering, can sustain their upward momentum.

[※ This article is for investment reference purposes only and is not intended to recommend investment in specific stocks or to suggest buying or selling. The final decision and responsibility for investments rest with the investor.]