Saturday, January 31, 2026

North Korea Highlights Anti-Japanese Revolutionary Spirit Ahead of Liberation Anniversary

North Korea's Rodong Sinmun highlights the Korean Revolution Museum and anti-Japanese fighters ahead of Liberation Day, emphasizing unity.

North Korea Blames Officials for Natural Disaster Damages

North Korea has urged its workers in related sectors to thoroughly prepare for potential natural disasters.

South Korean Companies Brace for New U.S. Semiconductor Tariffs: What You Need to Know

South Korean businesses faced uncertainty and challenges due to U.S. tariffs under Trump, prompting investment strategies to mitigate impacts.

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

2026 Global Auto Market Forecast: Will China and U.S. Sales Decline Impact Your EV Choices?

Global automotive sales are set to stabilize with modest growth, impacted by market slowdowns in China and the U.S.

2026 Economic Outlook: How Semiconductor Exports Drive Korea’s Recovery Amid Uncertainties

South Korea's economy shows recovery with strong semiconductor exports, but faces risks from construction slowdown and U.S. tariffs.

Hyundai’s Bold Move: How the 2026 Venue and New Strategy Aim to Dominate India’s EV Market

Hyundai's Chairman Chung Eui-sun emphasizes local strategy and production growth during his visit to India, aiming for market leadership.

LG Electronics Wins 2026 SDV Innovator Award: What This Means for Future EVs

LG Electronics wins the '2026 SDV Innovator Awards' for the second consecutive year, as announced on the 14th.

Coupang Under Fire: Are Korean Regulations Targeting U.S. Companies Unfair?

U.S. Congress claims South Korea unfairly discriminates against American companies like Coupang amid large data breach sanctions.

U.S. and South Korea Reaffirm Security Cooperation Following Trump’s State Visit and APEC Summit

The U.S. Embassy in South Korea hosted a reception to celebrate security cooperation during the APEC summit, emphasizing strong ties.

Dollar-Won Seen Easing as Yen Strength and Weaker Dollar Cool Bullish Momentum

Woori Bank predicts a decline in the dollar-won exchange rate due to a weaker dollar and cooling bullish sentiment, projecting 1,459-1,467 KRW.

China’s Trade Surplus Surges to 1.2 Trillion USD: How Did They Overcome Trump’s Tariff Bomb?

China's trade surplus reached a record $1.2 trillion in 2025, with growth in exports to Southeast Asia, EU, and Africa despite U.S. tariffs.

South Korea Stays in Washington to Assess Fallout From U.S. Tariffs on AI Semiconductors

Yeo Han Koo extends his stay in the U.S. to assess the impact of new tariffs on AI semiconductors, emphasizing careful monitoring.

Toss Securities Faces Second U.S. Stock Trading Outage in Two Weeks

Toss Securities faced another outage, hindering users from accessing stock listings and balances during U.S. market hours.

China Extends Anti-Dumping Tariffs on U.S. and Korean Solar Polysilicon: What You Need to Know

China extends anti-dumping tariffs on solar polysilicon imports from South Korea and the U.S. for another five years to protect domestic industries.

U.S. Supreme Court to Rule on Trump’s Tariffs: What It Means for Asian Economies

The U.S. Supreme Court's ruling on Trump's tariffs could reshape trade policies, raising concerns for South Korean exporters.

LS Group Plans Essex IPO to Ride U.S. Power Supercycle: What the Listing Means for Corporate Value

LS Group plans to list Essex Solutions to raise $375M for expansion, countering claims of a split listing and enhancing corporate value.

Korea Zinc Partners with U.S. Firm on Rare Earth Recycling: A Strategic Move to Reduce China Supply Risks

KoreaZinc partners with Alta Resources to recycle waste magnets into rare earth oxides, enhancing supply chain security by 2027.

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