Listed under the ticker KRX: 012450, Hanwha Aerospace stands as a prominent symbol of Korea’s defense industry. The company’s shares recently soared to an impressive ₩998,000, placing it tantalizingly close to the elusive ₩1 million mark. This milestone has led to speculation that the era of Korea’s "five emperor stocks" could be imminent, buoyed by the vigorous movements in the KOSPI index.

Data from the Korea Exchange, dated the 30th, reveals that Hanwha Aerospace's stock concluded at ₩998,000, a substantial increase of ₩45,000 or 4.72% from its previous session. This marked a new pinnacle in the company's stock value.

This year, the price of Hanwha Aerospace's shares has skyrocketed by an astounding 210%, a testament to the escalating international demand for sophisticated weapons systems. As Korean defense manufacturers broaden their global reach, Hanwha Aerospace has emerged as a key benefactor in this flourishing market.

In the previous month, the stock momentarily peaked at ₩987,000, identifying it as the frontrunner to potentially attain the "emperor stock" status following in the footsteps of Samyang Foods, which trades as KRX: 003230. However, a brief market correction allowed Hyosung Heavy Industries, listed as KRX: 298040, to clinch the title first.

Renewed vigor returned to the stock in August, as investor confidence was revitalized, driving Hanwha Aerospace's shares even higher. This latest upswing was further supported by the news that Kim Dong-kwan, Vice Chairman of Hanwha Group, journeyed to Washington to advocate for defense trade discussions. This development injected fresh optimism into the market, propelling the stock to unprecedented heights.

Date: 2025-07-30