Hanwha Aerospace, listed on the Korea Exchange under the code KRX: 012450, is considered a cornerstone of South Korea's defense industry. Recently, its stock price increased to ₩998,000, bringing it tantalizingly close to the ₩1 million mark. The possibility of this development has led many investors to speculate that it may usher in a new era for the group known as Korea’s “five emperor stocks,” coinciding with the robust KOSPI market surge.

As reported by the Korea Exchange on the 30th, Hanwha Aerospace's shares concluded the trading day at ₩998,000, representing an increase of ₩45,000, or 4.72%, from the previous trading session. This achievement marked a new peak for the company’s stock value.

Throughout the year, the company’s share price has ascended by 210%, a growth pattern attributed to heightened international demand for defense systems. This scenario suggests that as Korean defense companies extend their global reach, Hanwha Aerospace stands out as a primary beneficiary in this flourishing market.

In the previous month, the stock temporarily rose to ₩987,000, making it the frontrunner to achieve "emperor stock" status following Samyang Foods, which trades under KRX: 003230. However, a brief market adjustment allowed Hyosung Heavy Industries, listed as KRX: 298040, to take the lead in reaching that milestone first.

Investor enthusiasm was rekindled in August, contributing to another surge in Hanwha Aerospace’s stock. This resurgence in stock value was bolstered by updates that Kim Dong-kwan, Vice Chairman of Hanwha Group, had traveled to Washington to engage in discussions concerning defense trade agreements. This development was seen as a positive catalyst, further propelling the stock to unprecedented levels.

Date: 2025-07-30