Hanwha Aerospace (KRX: 012450), a dominant entity within South Korea's defense industry, has seen its stock price escalate to ₩998,000. This advancement positions the company on the cusp of achieving the prestigious ₩1 million stock status. Investors are closely monitoring whether this milestone will signal the advent of Korea’s “five emperor stocks” era, in light of the robust KOSPI performance.

Data from the Korea Exchange as of the 30th indicates that Hanwha Aerospace's stock concluded at ₩998,000, representing an increase of ₩45,000, or 4.72%, from the preceding trading day. This marks a new pinnacle in the company’s stock valuation.

The company's share price has appreciated by 210% over the current year, driven by a surge in global demand for military systems. As South Korean defense organizations broaden their export operations, Hanwha Aerospace emerges as a significant benefactor of this expanding market.

During the previous month, the stock briefly attained a level of ₩987,000, making it a prime candidate for the “emperor stock” designation, following Samyang Foods (KRX: 003230). Nevertheless, a temporary market correction enabled Hyosung Heavy Industries (KRX: 298040) to attain this status first.

Investor confidence was revitalized in August, leading to a surge in Hanwha Aerospace’s stock price. This upward trend was further stimulated by news of Kim Dong-kwan, the Vice Chairman of Hanwha Group, traveling to Washington to facilitate defense trade discussions, which injected renewed optimism and propelled the stock to unprecedented heights.

Date: 2025-07-30