Korea Economic Daily

Q2 escapes negative growth with 0.6%, largest increase in 15 months First time exceeding Bank of Korea's quarterly forecast Private consumption turns to growth after being suppressed Exports surge 4.2%... Semiconductors lead the way Focus on the impa

After Opening, Soared to 3237 Closed at 3190 as Korea-US Talks Were Delayed Foreign Investors and Institutions Net Bought ₩870 Billion Retail Investors Realized ₩950 Billion in Profits The domestic stock market experienced significant fluctuations ah

U.S. tariffs to take effect on August 1 2+2 talks fall through, National Security Director Wi Sung-rak unable to meet Rubio Minister of Foreign Affairs Cho Hyun is reportedly planning to visit the United States next week to seek a meeting with Secret

Energy infrastructure-related stocks showed strong performance in the US stock market. As companies reported robust earnings and the government unveiled its Action Plan for artificial intelligence (AI) policy, buying momentum increased. On the 23rd (

Global electric vehicle maker Tesla has reported an 'earnings shock' for the second quarter, with results falling short of market expectations. Analysts say that negative perceptions of CEO Elon Musk, who has become a close ally of U.S. President Don

The People Power Party pointed out that the sudden cancellation of the South Korea-U.S. '2+2 Economic Talks' scheduled to be held in Washington, D.C. on the 25th was "the naked face of Lee Jae-myung's 'thank you' diplomacy." On the 24th, Chairman Son

Investment plan centered on the four major conglomerates: Samsung, SK, Hyundai Motor Company, LG The Korean government is reportedly preparing to propose to the U.S. government a local investment plan by Korean companies exceeding $100 billion (₩137

The Korea-U.S. '2+2 trade negotiations', which were scheduled to be held in Washington, D.C. on the 25th, have been postponed. The Ministry of Economy and Finance announced to the press on the morning of the 24th, "The '2+2 Talks' that were scheduled

On the New York Stock Exchange, the major indices all rose as hopes mounted for a US-EU trade agreement following the conclusion of the US-Japan trade deal. On the 23rd (local time) at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), near market close, the Dow Jo

"Tariffs Imposed on Most Other Countries in the World" Donald Trump, President of the United States, announced on the 23rd (local time) that he is finalizing trade negotiations with China. According to Reuters, Trump stated at an artificial intellige

◆ Trump: "Tariffs will be lowered if market openings are agreed, otherwise much higher tariffs" Donald Trump, President of the United States, stated on the 23rd (local time), "Tariffs will only be reduced for countries that agree to open their market

Watch for Alphabet and Tesla earnings announcements after market close US Big Three automaker stocks all rise following 15% tariff agreement on Japanese cars With optimism spreading over the conclusion of the US-Japan trade agreement, US stock market

South Korea faces '15%' challenge, with tariffs on semiconductors and pharmaceuticals also on the table Southeast Asian region trends toward approximately 19~20% Tariffs on semiconductors and pharmaceuticals remain a risk factor The overall outline o

Scenario for Korea’s Tariff Negotiations Japan First Proposed US Investment Plans "90% of investment profits to be reinvested in the US" Trump Increased Amounts During Talks Becoming a 'Last-Minute Variable' Ahead of Korea Talks Korea Puts Forward 'U

Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX, is reportedly raising $12 billion (about ₩16.6 trillion) to build a data center for artificial intelligence (AI) development, according to The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) on the 22nd (local time). Citing sources, the outlet re

There have been reports in the Japanese media that Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba is expected to announce his resignation by the end of August. Mainichi Shimbun reported on the 23rd, "Prime Minister Ishiba has firmed his intent to announce hi

Final auto tariff set at 15%, adding existing 2.5% Ishiba: "Will meet with Trump if necessary" On his future after the agreement: "Need to review the details first" US President Donald Trump announced that the reciprocal tariffs on Japanese imports,

U.S. President Donald Trump announced that he had reached a 15% tariff agreement with Japan. While mentioning the creation of a large-scale investment fund for the U.S., he stated that nearly all of the profits from this would go to the United States

Total Japanese Auto Tariff: 15% A Japanese government official stated that, through trade negotiations with the United States, the Donald Trump administration will impose a 15% tariff on Japanese vehicles. NHK Broadcasting, citing comments from a Jap

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has sharply downgraded Korea's economic growth forecast for this year from the previous 1.5% to 0.8%. This adjustment reflects concerns that exports will shrink as the United States raises tariffs. On the 23rd, ADB re

Joint LNG investment revealed during a White House event U.S. President Donald Trump announced that an agreement will soon be signed with Japan regarding the development of liquefied natural gas (LNG) in Alaska. According to Reuters and other sources

Odell Beckham Jr., Salary in Bitcoin Through X Account: "Now It's My Turn to Smile" NFL star Odell Beckham Jr. is now able to smile triumphantly in front of those who criticized his decision to receive his salary in Bitcoin. According to investment-s

The three major stock indices closed mixed for the third consecutive day. On the 22nd (local time) at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) rose 179.37 points (0.4%) to close at 44,502.44. The S&P 500 Index incre

◆S&P500 Hits Another Record High Overnight, the New York stock market remained cautious while watching earnings releases. Early this morning at the New York Stock Exchange, the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.4% and the S&P500 gained 0.06%. The S

"Strategy to Move Away from Starlink at the Center of U.S. Military Communications" Amazon Kuiper Lags Far Behind SpaceX in Satellite Launch Record and Scale The Trump administration is reportedly in discussions with Amazon.com's Project Kuiper and m

Although he criticized the Federal Reserve in an interview the previous day, he expressed "support for Powell" within just one day "The August 12 China tariff truce deadline will be extended" Warnings also issued to countries importing Russian and Ir

Meeting in Stockholm on the 28th-29th Extension deadline approaching on the 12th of next month "Will negotiate issues beyond trade as well" The United States and China will hold their third high-level trade talks since the launch of the Donald Trump