EWY hits a 52-week high, soaring 169% from its low as South Korea’s chip-driven rally gains steam. Can this momentum-fueled ETF climb even higher?
Why more foreigners are seeking health care in China
A decade ago officials set a target for China to become an “internationally competitive” destination for medical tourism by 2030 (as South Korea has become: wealthy Chinese often visit that country …
Analysis-Korea’s fight for FX stability undermined by its Wall Street mania
SEOUL, Feb 5 () – South Korea’s efforts to stabilise its currency face a major obstacle at home – the record appetite of its retail investors for U. stocks that is fuelling dollar demand as the won …
Major firms redirect focus as South Korea formally legalizes tokenized securities
South Korea has approved a legal framework for tokenized securities, which formally recognizes blockchain-based issuance and tokenized assets within the existing financial system. The National …
Donald Trump to raise tariffs on South Korea to 25%
Donald Trump has said he will increase tariffs on South Korea to 25 per cent in response to Seoul’s slow pace in enacting the trade deal it struck with the US last year.
Explainer-Why has President Trump threatened to raise US tariffs on South Korea again?
By Cynthia Kim and Jihoon Lee SEOUL, Jan 27 (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump said he was hiking tariffs on autos and other goods imported from South Korea to 25%, citing Seoul’s failure to …
Myanmar pipeline loan bid
The Myanmar government is seeking approval for a $131 million loan from South Korea that will enable it to upgrade the nation’s gas pipeline infrastructure. “The financing is meant to be used for a …
Wyndham expands operations in South Korea with new properties
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has increased its presence in South Korea by launching its first managed hotel and initiating two new development projects. The company has opened the Wyndham Goseong Gangwon, …
Scott Bessent warns South Korean won’s weakness ‘not in line’ with economy
The US Treasury secretary has criticised weakness in the Korean won, saying its depreciation is “not in line” with the country’s “strong economic fundamentals” and adding to concerns about the …
Xi hails ‘turnaround’ in China-Canada ties as Carney visits Beijing
There’s been a “turnaround of ties” between China and Canada, says Xi Jinping, since he met Carney at the annual Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit in South Korea late last year. On Thursday, …