Business & Economy
Trade or die? South Korea’s stellar exports can’t keep up with fuel costs
ROK running like crazy just to stay still as it logs first trade deficit in more than a decade
January 11, 2023
The untapped potential for South Korean investment in Central and Eastern Europe
ROK firms seek new markets and the CEE foreign capital, but the war in Ukraine could complicate cooperation
January 10, 2023
How investing in Cambodia can help South Korea balance against China
As ties with Vietnam flourish, Seoul has ample reason to pursue long-term economic and diplomatic outreach to Phnom Penh
January 9, 2023
ROK 2023: What to expect for South Korea’s economy and society in the year ahead
In second of a two-part series, Korea Pro analysts describe pros and cons of economic and political situation
January 6, 2023
How the power dynamics of South Korean finance distort stock value forecasts
Most ROK analysts shun negative ratings, producing overly optimistic forecasts that can lead investors astray
January 4, 2023
Yoon’s tax cut plans for semiconductor industry set up clash with opposition
Seoul likely to frame proposal as necessary for national security, though it comes at time of economic uncertainty
January 3, 2023
Why South Korea’s currency had such a volatile year
Indicators suggest won is trending better, but the ROK economy remains at mercy of external factors beyond its control
December 28, 2022
Why a South Korean defense contractor is betting on green shipping
Hanwha’s acquisition of Daewoo Shipbuilding promises new growth trajectories but faces financial and production hurdles
December 26, 2022
How hate and prejudice make immigrants think twice about moving to South Korea
Seoul hopes to attract foreign workers to bolster the economy, but resistance to outsiders runs deep in Korean society
December 22, 2022
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
