South Korea: running stories
The subjects the local press of South Korea returned to on two days or more, each kept as one page: what happened, day by day, every source linked.
Running stories
- Markets KOSPI volatility driven by tech sector and AI concerns The KOSPI has experienced significant fluctuations due to tech stock sell-offs and concerns over artificial intelligence regulations, impacting investor sentiment. 21 Sep 2026 – 6 Nov 2026 · 19 briefings
- Companies Coupang's legal battles over privacy fines Coupang is challenging a massive privacy fine in court while a suspension on another fine has been granted, affecting its financial strategies. 8 Oct 2026 – 6 Nov 2026 · 2 briefings
- Markets South Korea's record current account surplus South Korea's current account surplus has reached record levels, driven by strong semiconductor exports and increased overseas investment returns. 8 Oct 2026 – 25 Oct 2026 · 2 briefings
Earlier stories
- Regulation Bank of Korea holds interest rate steady at 3% The Bank of Korea has decided to keep its interest rate at 3%, following two previous hikes aimed at controlling inflation. 18 Oct 2026 – 22 Oct 2026 · 2 briefings
- Safety & health Bucheon factory fire injures and kills firefighters A fire at a metalworking factory in Bucheon has injured seven and claimed the life of one firefighter, disrupting local manufacturing operations. 16 Oct 2026 – 17 Oct 2026 · 2 briefings
- Disruption Chuseok holiday causes major highway congestion in South Korea South Korea faces significant highway congestion as millions travel for the Chuseok holiday, impacting logistics and retail sectors. 24 Sep 2026 – 26 Sep 2026 · 3 briefings