Friday, January 30, 2026

People Power Party “North Korea’s Ballistic Missile Provocation Only Accelerates The Path Of Deepening Regime Isolation”

The People Power Party condemns North Korea's missile launch, warning it threatens peace and urges a return to denuclearization talks.

South Korea Prepares for APEC 2025 with Launch of Official Summit Website

South Korea launches the APEC 2025 official website ahead of the summit in Gyeongju, providing key information and engaging the public.

North Korean Hacker Lands Job Using Stolen ID and AI-Generated Face

KnowBe4, a company providing security awareness training, recently fell victim to a hacker hired as a remote software engineer.

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.
Latest

Hyundai and Kia’s Record-Breaking 2026 Revenue: What to Expect from Their EV and Hybrid Models?

Hyundai and Kia expect record revenues of 300 trillion KRW but face a 20% drop in operating profit due to U.S. tariffs.

Coupang Controversy: Will U.S. Intervention Spark a Trade War Between Korea and America?

U.S. investors demand U.S. intervention in Coupang's data breach, alleging South Korea's discrimination, which could escalate trade tensions.

Korean Pharma in Trump’s Crosshairs: A 25% Tariff Threat—and Why U.S. Drug Prices Could Be the Real Risk

The U.S. plans a 25% tariff on Korean pharmaceuticals, raising concerns for both industries amid potential impacts on U.S. consumers.

Trump’s 15%→25% Tariff Reversal on South Korea: What It Signals About the $350B Investment Deal

Trump reinstates 25% tariffs on South Korean imports, citing delays in trade agreement approval by South Korea's National Assembly.

Hyundai, Kia Face a $3.75B Hit if U.S. Tariffs Return to 25%: What Should Seoul Do Next?

U.S. tariffs on Korean cars may rise to 25%, threatening Hyundai and Kia's profits with potential losses exceeding $3.75 billion.

2025 Population Trends: Will Korea’s Birth Rate Continue to Rise?

Key economic indicators are set for release, revealing trends in population, industrial activity, and government price stabilization efforts.

Coupang Under Scrutiny: Why U.S. Investors Are Pushing Washington to Step In

Coupang's U.S. investors label South Korea's FTC investigation as retaliatory, urging U.S. intervention amid potential trade disputes.

Plaza Accord Redux?: The Politics Behind Rumored U.S.–Japan–Korea FX Coordination Ahead of Elections

Speculation rises over the "Mar-a-Lago Agreement" aimed at supporting Asian currencies, including the yen and won, amid market volatility.

Is South Korea’s Economy Stuck? Analyzing the 1.0% Growth Rate Compared to Global Trends

Korea's economy grew by only 1.0% last year, the lowest among major economies, hindered by political instability and weak demand.

Coupang Data Breach: U.S. Shareholders Seek ISDS Arbitration Against South Korea

Coupang's U.S. shareholders plan arbitration over a data breach, claiming South Korea's actions violate the Korea-U.S. FTA.

Coupang Data Breach: How an ISDS Claim Could Spark an International Dispute

Coupang faces international arbitration over a data breach, with U.S. shareholders claiming unfair treatment by South Korea's government.

Coupang Faces International Arbitration: How Will This Affect Its Future in Korea?

Coupang addresses an ISDS notice from U.S. shareholders over a data breach, asserting it cooperates with investigations amid claims of discrimination.

Korean Tire Companies: Record Sales Amidst U.S. Tariff Challenges—What to Expect?

South Korea's tire firms thrive despite U.S. tariffs, driven by strong European sales and stable costs, yet face profit declines.

“U.S. IS A BRAIN-DEAD NATION”: Lee Jae-myung Slams ‘Suicidal’ Tariff Policy As Poisoning Their Own People

President Lee Jae Myung downplays concerns over U.S. semiconductor tariffs, predicting potential price hikes for U.S. consumers.

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