The Latest Breaking News from South Korea

Oil prices lower despite US intensifying strikes against Iran

Asian shares are mostly lower and oil prices have fallen despite back-and-forth strikes between the US and Iran

The Independent UK · Jul 16

Global Market: South Korea to unveil new measures for single-stock leveraged ETFs amid volatility concerns

South Korea's Financial Services Commission (FSC) is set to introduce new measures for single-stock leveraged ETFs as it steps up efforts to curb excessive market volatility and strengthen investor protection, Reuters reported.

The Economic Times · Jul 16

Princess Anne's Latest Overseas Tour Shows Why She's Become King Charles' Most Trusted Royal

Princess Anne continues to play a vital role in the Royal Family, undertaking diplomatic missions to South Korea and Thailand, reinforcing her reputation as a reliable and discreet royal representative.

International Business Times UK · Jul 16

Anne’s royal encounter with humanoid robot on trip to South Korea

The princess, who is on a three-day official visit to the republic, shook hands with the state of the art machine in a lab in the capital Seoul.

Evening Standard · Jul 15

CXMT close to matching Micron's memory capacity in 2026, research claims — would put China on track to become world's second-largest DRAM producer

As CXMT's DRAM capacity set to match Micron's, China's DRAM industry could become world's second largest after South Korea.

Tom’s Hardware · Jul 15

From Financial Advice to Bloodshed: Stock YouTuber Allegedly Knifed by Angry Viewer Who Lost Money Over His Tips

A South Korean stock YouTuber was allegedly stabbed by a viewer who reportedly lost money following his investment advice, prompting an attempted murder investigation by police

International Business Times UK · Jul 15

"Cadaver Collagen" Injectables Are Made From Donated Human Skin—And They're Booming in South Korea

The science, the ethics, and whether it's coming to the UK.

Marie Claire · Jul 15

Explained: Why SK Hynix ADR premiums soared 50% over South Korean shares and how this reminds market of dotcom bubble

SK Hynix’s ADRs are trading at a more than 50% premium to their South Korea-listed shares just days after their Nasdaq debut, raising comparisons with TSMC’s dot-com-era valuation gap. Analysts attribute the divergence to restricted arbitrage, strong AI-driven demand, and easier access for global investors through US markets.

The Economic Times · Jul 15

Explained: Why South Korea's Kospi jumped 7% despite escalating Middle East tensions

South Korea's benchmark Kospi surged 7% on Wednesday, extending its rally for a second session as softer-than-expected US inflation data and Wall Street gains boosted risk appetite. Optimism over AI memory demand also lifted semiconductor stocks, with Samsung Electronics rising 8%, SK Hynix gaining over 13%, Hanmi Semiconductor soaring 25%,…

The Economic Times · Jul 15

Korea’s AI stock rout is becoming a lesson in leveraged excess

South Korea's AI stock boom is now a cautionary tale of leverage's power. SK Hynix's plunge triggered billions in stock sales, deepening the Kospi's slide. Leveraged products and concentrated index weightings amplified market swings in both directions. This dynamic is now being watched globally as Korea is central to the…

The Economic Times · Jul 15