Business & Economy
Trump’s return, South Korea’s fiscal debate, and Yoon’s legal troubles — Ep. 59
The Korea Pro team discusses Trump’s presidency, fiscal stimulus calls and South Korea’s ongoing political strife
South Korea’s consumer confidence rises but remains below long-term average
Hopes for political change and economic reform fuel future optimism despite current instability and Trump’s return
Economic recovery at stake as South Korea’s rival parties debate fiscal measures
Central bank’s call for urgent supplementary budget intensifies PPP and DP policy showdown before potential election
South Korea ramps up global standards drive amid Trump trade risks
Seoul targets advanced industries to safeguard exports and counter rising U.S. protectionism under Trump
Trump returns to power with policies that could strain US-South Korea relations
Trade conflicts, military costs and exclusion from diplomacy with North Korea pose risks for Seoul’s future
Bank of Korea warns of growth slowdown as global trade pressures intensify
Domestic consumption stagnates while Trump’s policies threaten trade, amplifying growth concerns in 2025
South Korea unveils sweeping 2025 reforms to modernize its economy and society
Major policy changes include wage hikes, tax reforms, digital IDs, parental benefits and resource security initiatives
Yoon’s arrest, Trump’s inauguration and South Korea’s dilemmas — Ep. 57
How Yoon’s fall from power and Trump’s potential plans for North Korea complicate Seoul’s security future
South Korea’s central bank freezes key rate as won faces growing volatility
Decision comes after back-to-back rate cuts in 2024 as the won teeters near the critical 1,500 per dollar threshold
Yoon Suk-yeol becomes first sitting president arrested in South Korea
Markets show optimism, but political uncertainty looms over governance and security challenges