Despite net selling by foreigners and institutions, the KOSPI opened 0.4% higher at 2,533.68, helped by individual net buying.
The KOSDAQ index also started the day at 727.59, up 0.4% on individual net buying.
In the Seoul foreign exchange market, the won-dollar exchange rate started at 1,460 won, up 1.7 won.
The won-dollar exchange rate has been rising slightly due to vigilance ahead of the inauguration of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump.
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