Korean Bonds Enter FTSE World Government Index as Geopolitical Risks Weigh
South Korea's government bonds begin entering the FTSE World Government Bond Index on Wednesday. This bond market milestone gives Seoul access to an estimated...
South Korea Won Hits 17-Year Low as Middle East War Escalates
The South Korean currency fell sharply to a 17-year low against the US dollar on Tuesday. This currency pressure stems from the escalating Middle...
South Korea Won Faces Severe Currency Pressure as Exchange Rate Breaches 1,500
The South Korean won averaged 1,489.3 per dollar through the first 27 days of March. This currency pressure pushed the monthly average to the...
Logistics Deal Aims to Boost Regional Trade Efficiency
A major new logistics deal aims to boost regional trade efficiency by streamlining supply chain operations across Southeast Asia. Industry leaders formalized the agreement...
Oil Price Surge Triggers South Korea Market Plunge and Won Weakness
A sharp oil price surge triggered by escalating Middle East conflict sent shockwaves through South Korean markets on Monday. The benchmark Kospi plunged nearly...
