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South Korean stocks traded 0.34 percent higher late Monday morning on reports that China's on-year economic growth for the second quarter met the market estimate of 7.5 percent, analysts said.
The benchmark Korea Composite Stock Price Index (KOSPI) added 6.4 points to 1,876.38 as of 11:20 a.m.
Carmakers led the market gain, with No. 1 player Hyundai Motor adding 1.44 percent and its smaller affiliate Kia Motors rising 1.54 percent. Top auto parts maker Hyundai Mobis moved up 0.98 percent.
Logistics companies also gathered ground, with Hyundai Glovis increasing 1.65 percent and Hyundai Merchant Marine advancing 1.34 percent. Top air carrier Korean Air gained 0.83 percent.
The local currency was changing hands at 1,121.05 won as of 11:20 a.m., up 3.45 won from Friday's close. (Yonhap News)
