Hanwha Vision Shares Decline; Related Korean Stocks Fall
Hanwha Vision (ticker 489790.KS) closed 5.35 % lower on Wednesday, 21 March, at 10:17 PM Central European Time. The share price was KRW 39,950, a decline that brings the current trading value to KRW 39,950 per share. At the close, 50.4 million shares were outstanding, giving the company a market capitalization of approximately KRW 2 trillion.
In the preceding 24 hours, roughly KRW 4.9 billion worth of Hanwha Vision shares were exchanged. Over the last month, the share price has fallen 16.68 %. The 200‑day simple moving average stands at KRW 60,575.25. The 52‑week high reached KRW 97,900 on 25 March 2026, while the 52‑week low was KRW 30,950 on 29 July 2026.
Performance of Related Korean Stocks
| Company | Ticker | % Change (24 h) | Current Price (KRW) | Market Capitalization (KRW) | P/E Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Gf | 005440.KS | –2.05 % | 12,000 | 2.2 trillion | 5.56 |
| SL | 005850.KS | –2.52 % | 50,000 | 2.3 trillion | 6.08 |
| Lotte Chemical | 011170.KS | –7.03 % | 52,400 | 2.2 trillion | – |
| Shinsegae | 004170.KS | –7.84 % | 272,500 | 2.4 trillion | 18.34 |
Shinsegae’s decline follows its involvement in a consortium bidding to acquire the ailing Korean newspaper JoongAng Ilbo. The consortium, which includes Daou and CJ Group, has been named the preferred bidder in the competitive auction. While the bid amount has not been disclosed, it is reported to be the highest submitted proposal. The consortium’s offer is intended to stabilize JoongAng Ilbo’s balance sheet, support employment, and provide financial assistance for debt repayment and operational normalization. If the acquisition proceeds, the consortium will become the newspaper’s largest shareholder, with proceeds directed to JoongAng Ilbo for debt servicing.
