[Photo] KOSPI, Strong Slight Rise in Early Trading with Institutional Net Buying

On the 17th, the KOSPI showed a firm upward trend in the early session, supported by net buying from institutional investors. Reporters are observing the stock market situation at the Hana Bank headquarters dealing room in Jung-gu, Seoul. On the same day, the won-dollar exchange rate started trading at 1,416 won, down 10.7 won from the previous trading day. The exchange rate in the 1,410 won range is the lowest level this year based on the closing price.