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South Korea’s twin deficit problem: government and current account deficits
Rising costs and government borrowing worry policymakers as country faces twin deficits for first time in 25 years
April 5, 2023
Why there are reasons to worry about South Korea banks after SVB collapse
While SVB-style bank run is unlikely, smaller ROK financial institutions are more vulnerable
March 20, 2023
What the Bank of Korea hopes and fears for the South Korean economy in 2023
Governor Rhee Chang-yong believes prospects are good, but housing market and US-China competition remain risks
January 19, 2023
What rising interest rates mean for the South Korean real estate market
Affluent Koreans may weather their debts, but pain will be acute for marginal groups
December 21, 2022
Legoland default a bleak signal for South Korea’s corporate bond market
ROK authorities have indicated they’ll intervene to avert a crisis, but some defaults and rate raises likely inevitable
November 7, 2022
Why South Korea’s highly regulated economy is a headache for foreign investors
While the country excels at transparency, entrenched interests in key sectors limit returns foreign investors can expect
October 25, 2022
South Korea reins in budget spending in face of demographic time bomb
While ROK still enjoys enviable fiscal position, cuts from Moon-era budget highs will likely hurt industry and poor
September 12, 2022
Why South Korea’s powerful economy is still considered a developing market
Status contributes to undervalued stocks, but Seoul has shown little interest in required reforms
August 22, 2022
What the Bank of Korea’s rate spike means for the South Korean economy
Central bank seeks to curb inflation, but rate increase will likely be painful for many firms and households
July 13, 2022
Why inflation is finally spiking in South Korea, months after the US
Different factors have driven rising prices in two countries, increasing likelihood of economic slowdown
June 15, 2022
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