Seoul: Won pares early losses on dollar-selling, shares flat

[SEOUL] The South Korean won pared early losses on Monday, snapping three consecutive losing sessions as market participants sold dollars near the end of trading.

The local currency was quoted at 1,166.2 to the dollar at the conclusion of onshore trade, up 0.3 per cent compared to Friday's close of 1,169.2.

South Korean shares finished little changed as investors remained cautious.

The Korea Composite Stock Price Index (KOSPI) closed at 1,982.54 points.

REUTERS