Business & Economy
Bank of Korea warns growth could fall to 1.4% if US trade war escalates
South Korea’s central bank signals more rate cuts to offset weak demand, but debt and inflation risks loom large
March 14, 2025
South Korea extends chip R&D work hours, but next government could reverse it
Longer R&D hours give Samsung and SK Hynix an edge, but Lee Jae-myung’s potential win could reverse gains
March 13, 2025
US considers labeling South Korea ‘sensitive,’ placing strain on the alliance
Defense and tech restrictions under the potential measure would undermine Seoul’s security posture and export ambitions
March 12, 2025
Choi warns of economic fallout as Trump targets South Korea with tariffs
Acting president vows “cool-headed” response as Trump’s tariff plan threatens exporters amid global stock market decline
March 12, 2025
South Korea eyes regional growth with 1 trillion won industrial investment
Government’s reliance on private funding for 90% of the project raises execution and financial concerns
March 11, 2025
South Korea tightens foreign land ownership rules to safeguard border security
National security concerns drive Seoul’s decision to regulate foreign ownership of border land
March 10, 2025
Tariff battles, botched military drill and South Korea’s inflation woes — Ep. 64
Trump takes aim at Seoul’s trade policy, a US-ROK military exercise goes horribly wrong, and inflation raises concerns
March 7, 2025
South Korea’s inflation slows, but households struggle with rising expenses
Living costs remain high despite policy efforts, raising pressure for lawmakers to consider additional stimulus measures
March 7, 2025
Trump targets South Korea on trade, tariffs and security in fiery speech
Despite free trade agreement, Seoul may face new trade barriers as US redefines reciprocal tariffs and security costs
March 6, 2025
South Korea’s retail sector faces reckoning as Homeplus files for receivership
Slow digital adoption and rising competition from e-commerce platforms have left legacy retailers struggling to compete
March 5, 2025
