Friday, January 30, 2026

Winter Worsens Hemorrhoid Symptoms: Tips for Prevention and Treatment

Cold weather can worsen hemorrhoids and anal disorders. Early-stage symptoms can be managed with lifestyle changes and medical care.

Jennie’s ‘Mantra’ Stays Strong on Billboard Hot 100 for Second Week

Jennie's "Mantra" remained at No. 99 on the Billboard Hot 100 for two weeks, ranked high globally, and sparked viral dance challenges.

CHINA’S Blackmail: Trump’s Urgent Rare Earth Buy Signals America Is One Export Ban Away From Total Defense COLLAPSE

Trump expands his investment portfolio to include quantum computing, rare earth, and semiconductor firms, focusing on national interests.

Economy

Hyundai/Kia Cross $225.3B in Revenue—But U.S. Tariffs Cost $5.4B and Cut Profits 23.6%

Hyundai and Kia report record revenues despite U.S. tariffs impacting profits, focusing on eco-friendly vehicles and strategic growth.

U.S. Treasury Pushes Back: Bessent Says No Yen Support, No Market Meddling—But the Dollar Weakness Trade Lives On

Trump's comments on tariffs and a weaker dollar have led to a decline in the dollar-won exchange rate, boosting the Korean won's strength.

Fed Holds at 3.50%–3.75%: Markets Care Less About Rates and More About Who Replaces Powell in May 2026

The Fed held rates steady, focusing on the next chair's nomination. Rick Rieder's dovish stance may weaken the dollar, impacting markets.

Coupang’s Data Breach Fallout Hits Trade Politics: $514M Investor Loss Claim, 25% Tariff Talk, and a U.S. Class-Action Collision

The Coupang crisis from a data breach has led to a U.S.-Korea trade dispute, impacting stock prices and class-action lawsuits.

White House Tariff Message: Trump Says Companies Are Fleeing Mexico and Europe, as U.S. Steel Tops Japan After 26 Years

The U.S. surpasses Japan in steel production for the first time in 26 years, attributed to tariffs and Trump's policies.

Top South Korea Regulator’s $28.9M Fortune: $20M in Cash, Plus Tesla and Apple on the Side

Lee Chan Jin, FSS Chairman, holds 38.5 billion KRW in assets, focusing on bank stocks and semiconductors, with U.S. stocks for diversification.

Unlocking the Future: LS Electric’s Innovative DC Power Solutions at DISTRIBUTECH 2026

LS Electric will showcase innovative power solutions at DISTRIBUTECH 2026, targeting the North American market with DC technologies.

South Korea Scrambles to Washington: Trump’s 25% Tariff Threat Forces Emergency Trade Talks

South Korea's Trade Minister visits the U.S. amid tariff tensions, discussing trade agreements and bilateral cooperation.

U.S. Treasury’s Currency Watchlist: Is South Korea’s Economy at Risk? Key Insights Revealed

The U.S. Treasury re-designates South Korea as a currency monitor, raising concerns about the won's depreciation and economic fundamentals.

SK hynix: A New U.S. “AI Co.” Signals the Next-Era Data Center Play—Backed by a $10B Investment

SK hynix plans to form an AI solutions company in the U.S., transforming Solidigm to enhance its role in the AI data center ecosystem.

Coupang Cuts D.C. Lobbying 30% to $2.27M: Does Washington See Korea’s Crackdown as Discriminatory Anyway?

Coupang's lobbying expenses in D.C. dropped 30%, raising concerns of potential discrimination by the U.S. government amid scrutiny.

Hyundai: Trump’s 25% Tariff Talk Pushes a $5B U.S. Robot Factory Bet—Smart Hedge for 2026?

Analysts predict Trump's tariff focus may boost Hyundai's U.S. investments, despite uncertainty and potential operating losses.

Korea–U.S. Trade Tensions: Why Seoul Rejects Claims Tying 25% Tariffs to Legislative Delays

Minister Cho Hyun clarifies that Trump's tariff increase is unrelated to Coupang and emphasizes the need for parliamentary consent on trade matters.

Navigating U.S.-Korea Trade Relations: Key Insights on Tariff Negotiations and Investment Commitments

South Korea and the U.S. prepare for trade talks amid tariff threats, focusing on investment commitments and legislative timelines.

How Will the Fed’s January FOMC Decision Impact Asian Markets in 2026?

The Bank of Korea notes stable market reactions to the Fed's meeting but warns of ongoing uncertainties in U.S. monetary policy.

Oil Prices Surge: Trump’s Threat to Iran Fuels 1% Rise in Global Markets

Trump's claim of a powerful fleet heading to Iran causes a 1% surge in international oil prices, raising supply disruption concerns.

Coupang’s Lobbying Controversy: How U.S. Pressure Could Impact Korean Consumers in 2026

Coupang faces challenges amid U.S.-South Korea tensions, with lobbying efforts questioned and potential tariff impacts looming.

KOSPI and KOSDAQ Rebound: How Trump’s Tariff Threats Impacted South Korea’s Stock Market

KOSPI opens lower amid U.S. market volatility; Trump's tariff comments stir uncertainty, affecting investor behavior and stock performance.

Will Coupang Face U.S. Trade Law 301? What You Need to Know About This Potential Impact on Korean Business

Coupang faces potential U.S. trade investigation over FTA violations, testing South Korea's trade diplomacy amid investor claims of discrimination.

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