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South Korea’s KOSPI surged 2.54% to 4,054.37 in early trade on Monday, November 10, 2025, led by sharp gains in major technology and energy stocks....
The Galaxy S24 lineup, set to hit stores on January 31, boasts various AI innovations, including live translation during phone calls in multiple languages and dialects. Samsung's collaboration with Google brings advanced features like “Circle To Search,” allowing users to highlight and search for text snippets, images, or videos using a digital stylus or finger.
Renault Korea Motors, along with Kia Corp. and domestic electric car manufacturer Jeis Mobility, has initiated a voluntary recall of more than 104,000 vehicles, citing faulty components.
The Seoul stocks market opened on a positive note on Monday, with the Korea Composite Stock Price Index (KOSPI) gaining 0.23% in the initial 15 minutes of trading.
The government on Monday outlined a blueprint involving investment of 622 trillion won (US$471 billion) from the private sector in the years leading up to 2047.
Yoon's remark, "When I talk to heads of state, what I talk about most about South Korea is BTS and semiconductors," highlights South Korea's distinct appeal in the global entertainment and technology industries. Although K-pop has won hearts all over the world, South Korea's economic strength is now anchored by the semiconductor sector.
In a surprising turn, a South Korean court overturns the conviction of a contractor involved in Taiwan's submarine project, marking a significant twist in the legal narrative surrounding the high-stakes venture.
Hyundai Motor Group aims to achieve cumulative sales of 1 million eco-friendly vehicles in the U.S. since 2011, building on their record-breaking 2023 with combined sales exceeding 1.6 million Hyundai and Kia vehicles.
Taeyoung Engineering & Construction, a troubled builder, has successfully garnered support from 96.1% of its creditors to proceed with a debt restructuring program, surpassing the required threshold of 75%.
SK On, the South Korean battery unit of SK Innovation, aims to start mass production of lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries by 2026, targeting major automakers seeking cost-effective battery solutions.
SK Innovation, S-Oil, HD Hyundai Oil bank, and GS Caltex plan to drastically reduce performance-based bonuses for employees this year due to a nearly 50% decline in earnings in 2023.
After being released from a Seoul hospital, where he had been recuperating from the attack in the southern city of Busan last week, he was addressing reporters and admirers.
President Yoon Suk Yeol, an outspoken advocate for animal welfare, and First Lady Kim Keon Hee, who has actively criticized dog meat consumption, have both pushed for a ban.
Despite South Korean carriers not operating the B737 Max 9 variant, the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, and Transport has taken a preemptive stance. The order includes checking for structural defects in the Boeing 737 Max 8s and ensuring the tight attachment of the fuselage and the door.
Alibaba's AliExpress and PDD-owned Temu are gaining popularity in South Korea, boasting millions of monthly users.
South Korea is grappling with a mild deceleration in domestic demand, particularly in private consumption and investment, attributed to elevated interest rates.
In its fight against persistently high inflation, the finance ministry outlines a multifaceted strategy. Plans include bringing down inflation to the 2% level within the first half of 2024 through policy measures such as tax and tariff cuts, freezing public utility costs, and other interventions.