KM is showing strong performance. The company, which manufactures masks, is gaining attention amid signs of a resurgence of COVID-19.
As of 10:42 AM on the 3rd, KM is trading at 5,330 KRW, up 4.1% compared to the previous day.
According to the Central Disease Control Headquarters (CDCH) of the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency on the same day, the number of COVID-19 confirmed cases is expected to average about 60,000 per day and could reach up to 76,000 by mid-month.
The health authorities stated that the currently circulating Omicron XBB variant has a low fatality and mortality rate, so the medical response capacity is sufficient. However, to protect high-risk groups, they have recommended wearing masks again in crowded spaces such as public transportation.
Meanwhile, KM is a company that manufactures consumables used in cleanrooms for the semiconductor industry. Currently, it is expanding its business areas with products such as BLU, yellow dust masks, and P.I subdivision, continuing its growth.
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