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Yeouido Hangang Park in autumn, Yeongdeungpo District, Seoul. photo: Seoul Tourism Archive (Seoul Tourism Organization), KOGL Type 1

Oct 03, 2025 PM EDT - Jason

Korea Breaks New Stock Market Records - But Is the 'Korea Discount' Over?

Korea's benchmark KOSPI has climbed to fresh records this year, with gains approaching the high-40 percent range from January. The rally has been led by semiconductors and large-cap exporters that benefit from the AI hardware cycle and a still-supportive external backdrop. Turnover has widened beyond a handful of names, and the run has revived a long-running question in Seoul's markets: is the "Korea discount" finally fading

Seoul skyline with bridge over the Han River. (Photo by Clark Gu / Unsplash)

Sep 15, 2025 PM EDT - Jason

South Korea–U.S. Trade Talks Slow Over Currency Swap Dispute

Negotiations between South Korea and the United States on a $350 billion investment framework have hit delays. Officials in Seoul want a standing currency swap line with the U.S. Federal Reserve, while Washington has been cautious to commit. The investment plan was first announced in July, covering areas such as semiconductors, clean energy, and other advanced industries. It was billed at the time as a sign of deeper economic ties,

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