KOSPI Falls 1.46% on Oct 26, Why Did AI Software Hold Up?
KOSPI closed at 5,469.47 on October 26, down 1.46%.
The market slide reached KOSDAQ too.
KOSDAQ fell 3.26%.
What matters more than the index is where the money moved.
Relative strength gathered in AI software, low-orbit satellites, and humanoid robots.
On the other side, semiconductor equipment, solar and wind, and defense robots were weak.
The Numbers First
- KOSPI 5,469.47 (-1.46%)
- KOSDAQ 727.21 (-3.26%)
- Strong themes today: AI software, low-orbit satellites, humanoid robots
This report uses only data that passed the index reference date and theme price cache freshness checks.
A single-session signal needs confirmation from next session's trading value and flows.
This report covers the Korean market close on 2026-10-26, along with global macro indicators and strength across 100 investment themes.
Use it as a starting point for gauging the next session's opening.
Korean Market Close
| Index | Close | Change | Change % |
|---|---|---|---|
| KOSPI | 5,469.47 | -80.83 | -1.46% |
| KOSDAQ | 727.21 | -24.48 | -3.26% |
Global Macro Snapshot
| Indicator | Value | Daily Change |
|---|---|---|
| VIX (Fear Index) | 19.25 | - |
| US 10-Year Yield | 4.988% | - |
| Dollar Index (DXY) | 101.81 | - |
| USD/KRW | ₩1,323.78 | - |
| S&P 500 | 7,623.68 | - |
| Nasdaq | 25,955.34 | - |
| WTI Crude | $100.68 | - |
| Gold | $4,032.10 | - |
| Bitcoin | $80,115 | - |
Where the Money Went
| Rank | Theme | Avg Change | Up/Down | Lead Gainer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AI Software | +6.37% | 4/5 | Lunit (328130) +30.00% |
| 2 | Low-Orbit Satellite | +4.16% | 2/4 | Contec (451760) +29.89% |
| 3 | Humanoid Robot | +4.13% | 3/1 | Robotis (108490) +9.56% |
Where the Money Left
| Rank | Theme | Avg Change | Up/Down | Lead Decliner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Semiconductor Equipment | -6.54% | 0/10 | PSK Holdings (031980) -9.00% |
| 2 | Solar/Wind | -5.88% | 0/7 | HD Hyundai Energy Solutions (322000) -10.34% |
| 3 | Defense Robot | -5.52% | 0/4 | LIG Defense & Aerospace (079550) -9.78% |
How to Read AI Software Stocks Next Session
- Both markets fell together (KOSPI -1.46%, KOSDAQ -3.26%), so a macro shock check is in order.
The strength of the next session's rebound is likely to mark the trend turning point.
- Top 3 themes averaged +4.89%, and the direction of money is fairly clear.
Trend-following approaches still hold up, but chasing entries is usually better split up.
- Bottom 3 themes averaged -5.98%, with selling concentrated in weak themes.
A short-term rebound from oversold levels is possible, but calling a trend reversal is premature.
One session is too little to decide on trades. Look at trends over five or more sessions alongside macro changes.
KOSPI Drop, What Should You Check?
This decline saw KOSPI and KOSDAQ slide together.
Next session's trading value and flows will be the signal that confirms the direction.
Dig Deeper
- Weekly reports and insights: PickStock Insight
- How to use macro indicators: Three Indicators That Gauge the Market's Temperature
- Theme-linked stock map: PickStock Theme Explore
Report date: 2026-10-26. Data sources: Naver Finance, Yahoo Finance, CNN Fear & Greed. Generated after checking price outliers and the reference date. This is for information only and is not investment advice or a recommendation.
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