South Korea’s KOSPI delivered one of the strongest runs among major equity markets over the past year, yet almost no one outside Asia noticed because the news cycle was consumed by a war in the Middle …
South Korea Quick Commerce Report 2026: Market to Reach $7.54 Billion by 2029 – Baemin’s B-Mart and GS Retail Spearhead Growth through Dark-Store Innovation and Hyper-Local …
Key market opportunities in South Korea’s quick commerce include reduced delivery times with leading players offering 30-60 minute deliveries, leveraging physical retail as fulfillment nodes, …
South Korea’s largest labels have agreed to hold a single festival
HYBE, SM Entertainment, JYP Entertainment and YG Entertainment — have launched a joint venture to organize the global Fanomenon music festival. This was reported on April 16 by the South Korean …
South Korea launches blockchain payment pilot to curb misuse of public funds
The South Korean government has introduced a blockchain payment system aimed at stopping the misuse of public funds and modernizing its financial infrastructure. This is the second time the nation …
South Korea finance minister to meet US counterpart on Friday, Yonhap says
SEOUL, April 16 (Reuters) – South Korean Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol will hold a meeting with U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Friday, the Yonhap News Agency reported. Here are some details …
South Korean President Lee to make state visits to India and Vietnam, Newsis reports
SEOUL, April 16 (Reuters) – South Korean President Lee Jae Myung will make state visits to India and Vietnam between April 19 and 24, the Newsis news agency reported on Thursday. Lee will first visit …
Newmark Strengthens South Korea Services with Key Hires Across Retail and Industrial & Logistics
Newmark announced strategic hires across its South Korea business, expanding its retail and industrial & logistics transactions services. The appointments include Head of Industrial & Logistics …
South Korea’s Extended Tax Relief: A Double-Edged Sword for Multi-Homeowners
Spread the loveIn a bid to invigorate the sluggish real estate market, the South Korean government has announced an extension of its tax relief window until May 9, 2026. This initiative is aimed at …
President Lee Jae Myung compares South Korea’s property taxes to global cities
President Lee Jae Myung shared an article comparing property taxes in South Korea and major global cities on social media on the 24th, writing, “I’m also curious,” drawing attention to how South Korea …
South Korea close to securing oil supplies from Kazakhstan, minister says
SEOUL, April 12 (Reuters) – South Korea is close to securing crude oil supplies from Kazakhstan, the industry minister said on Sunday, as the country looks for alternative energy sources amid the war …