Yuhan (000100.KS) Surges Over 8 % as Market Sentiment Turns Positive
Closing Price (06:10 AM CET, Wed 21 Oct 2026) KRW 86,700 per share, up 8.71 % from the previous close.
Volume & Market Capitalisation 73.6 million shares outstanding; current market cap KRW 6.5 trillion. In the last 24 hours, KRW 85.3 billion worth of shares changed hands.
Trend & Technicals Yuhan has advanced 15.61 % since the close of the previous month. The 200‑day simple moving average sits at KRW 89,073.5, indicating a bullish bias. The 52‑week high (KRW 129,200 on 11 14 2025) and low (KRW 65,000 on 06 26 2026) provide a reference for volatility and support/resistance levels.
Comparative Performance Within the same 24‑hour window, related Korean stocks moved as follows:
| Ticker | Current Price | % Move | Market Cap | P/E |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 161390.KS – Hankook Tire & | KRW 61,300 | +2.54 % | KRW 7.7 trillion | 5.92 |
| 180640.KS – Hanjin Kal | KRW 120,000 | +4.36 % | KRW 7.8 trillion | — |
| 064400.KS – Lg Cns | KRW 72,400 | +7.21 % | KRW 6.7 trillion | 13.31 |
| 009830.KS – Hanwha | KRW 31,050 | +7.95 % | KRW 7.4 trillion | — |
| 006260.KS – Ls | KRW 228,000 | +1.75 % | KRW 6.3 trillion | 16.43 |
Yuhan’s performance outpaces most peers, signalling a robust sentiment in the Korean healthcare sector.
About Yuhan Corporation
Yuhan Corporation, headquartered in Seoul, is a diversified healthcare entity. It manufactures and markets pharmaceutical products, often in partnership with global pharma firms. In addition to prescription drugs, Yuhan produces personal‑care items, dietary supplements, and veterinary medicines. The company is publicly listed on the Korea Exchange (KRX) and maintains an active online presence at www.yuhan.co.kr .
