Kospi closed the week on a strong note, rebounding to 4,100.05 on Dec 5, up 71.54 points (1.78%) as optimism returned to the market.
After opening the week at 3,920.37 on Dec 1, the index navigated a series of mixed sessions, modest gains on Dec 2 and Dec 3, a slight dip on Dec 4 before rallying sharply on Dec 5.
The surge on Dec 5 was led by gains in the automotive sector, particularly shares of major carmakers, following easing US tariff concerns on Korean auto exports.
Strong buying from foreign and institutional investors also supported the rebound, outweighing continued retail profit‑taking.
Despite some intra‑week volatility fuelled by mixed tech and semiconductor sentiment, market watchers view the rebound as a sign of confidence returning, aided by supportive external cues and renewed demand for cyclical and heavyweight names.
