Business & Economy
Samsung chief acquitted, boosting conglomerate while raising judicial suspicion
Samsung likely set for M&A revival post-acquittal, amid public and international concerns over judicial fairness
February 6, 2024
South Korea-Russia ties worsen amid North Korea, Ukraine differences
Diplomatic spat reflects both countries’ dissatisfaction with each other, but energy trade will likely remain stable
February 5, 2024
Bank of Korea’s steady rate aimed at curbing inflation could impact recovery
Central bank’s months-long high interest rates take a toll on South Korea’s real estate and construction industries
February 2, 2024
How South Korea’s young adult crisis challenges nation’s economic goals
Social expectations driven by education drive and job market divide cause young Koreans to step away from career paths
February 1, 2024
IMF’s improved forecast for South Korea belies economic realities
Growth projection conflicts with manufacturing sector’s decline, SME export woes and intensifying global conflicts
February 1, 2024
Why South Korea dropping anti-dumping measures reflects its changing priorities
As Seoul confronts new geopolitical and economic realities, it quietly ends a long-standing trade policy
January 30, 2024
Why South Korea’s arms deals with Poland faces unexpected hurdles
Lack of foresight, financial snags and political changes in Warsaw cast doubt on major international arms deals
January 29, 2024
South Korea’s financial regulator takes aim at accounting malpractice
Financial Supervisory Service to intensify audit of order-based industries amid concerns over non-performing loans
January 29, 2024
South Korea bets big on webtoons, equity questions surface
South Korea sets ambitious targets but faces concerns over uneven industry support
January 25, 2024
Why young South Koreans’ rural dream meets harsh farming reality
Many young people who move to countryside for better life end up returning to city due to lack of government support
January 24, 2024
