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The Generational Wealth Divide: Why Young South Koreans Are Resentful Over the Basic Pension System

SEOUL — In an era defined by economic uncertainty and mounting living costs, a growing policy debate is intensifying across South Korea. At the heart of the friction is a stark contrast: young p
"Wiped Out 90%": Why Retail Traders Refuse to Quit High-Risk Leverage Despite Brutal Market Rout

"When the first 10% loss hit, I convinced myself it was just a routine correction and that the market would bounce right back," shared an anonymous office worker on a popular corporate com

Chungcheongbuk-do Launches TF to Drive the "Regional Revitalization Investment Fund"

Chungcheongbuk-do held the kickoff meeting for the "Regional Revitalization Investment Fund" Task Force at the provincial office on the 10th, presided over by Vice Governor for Economic Af

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The Danger of a 36-Trillion-Won 'Debt-Driven Investment' Era… Will a 7-Trillion-Won Concentration in Samsung and Hynix Trigger a Market Crash?: The scale of leveraged stock investments, commonly known as "Bit-too" (debt-driven investment), has surpassed 36 trillion won in t ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2026.05.24

"Sold Out in Just 10 Minutes via App"... 'National Participation Growth Fund' Sparks Unprecedented "Open Run": A state-backed investment vehicle has triggered an extraordinary frenzy in the South Korean financial market. The newly launched " ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2026.05.23

Oil Prices Finally Edge Down: Gasoline at 2,011 Won, Diesel at 2,005 Won: SEOUL — Following nearly two months of a relentless upward rally that has severely strained the pockets of Korean drivers, d ...; Kim Sungmoon Reporter 2026.05.23

Dow Hits Fresh Record High as Geopolitical Optimism Defies Tech-Sector Mixed Bag: NEW YORK — Wall Street demonstrated robust resilience on Friday, propelled by a wave of geopolitical optimism and a string o ...; Eugenio Rodolfo Sanabria Reporter 2026.05.23

"Miss Out and Regret It Forever?" Ant Investors Agonize Over ‘Debt-Fueled’ Bets as Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix Target Prices Skyrocket: Money is deeply intertwined with our lives. While it is merely a convenient tool and a medium of exchange, it makes many people we ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2026.05.23

KRW/USD Exchange Rate Threatens 1,520 Won Mark: "No Signs of Coming Down": The South Korean won continues its downward spiral against the greenback, with the KRW/USD exchange rate comfortably sitting in th ...; Desk 2026.05.23

“Buying Watermelons and Rice at Convenience Stores” — CU Launches First 'Smart Grocery' Store to Target Neighborhood Shoppers: SUWON, South Korea — BGF Retail, the operating company of South Korea's leading convenience store chain CU, announced the gr ...; Hee Chan Kim Reporter 2026.05.21

K-Bank’s SOHO Loan Portfolio Surpasses 3 Trillion Won, Striking a Perfect Balance Between Growth and Financial Health: K-bank, a leading South Korean internet-only bank, announced on May 18 that its outstanding loan balance for sole proprietors and ...; Desk 2026.05.19

Korean Air to Slashing International Fuel Surcharges for June, Easing Burden on Long-Haul Travelers: SEOUL — International flight ticket prices to long-haul destinations, including the United States and Europe, are expected t ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2026.05.19

Domestic Mapping Giants Outpace Google in Q1 User Growth, Solidifying Local Dominance: SEOUL — May 18, 2026 | South Korea's leading domestic mapping applications have significantly widened their user base gap wi ...; Desk 2026.05.18

"Capital Gains Tax Lockdown": Seoul Apartment Prices Surge as Sellers Retract Listings: SEOUL — Concerns that stringent real estate tax regulations would trigger a supply crunch and ignite a fresh rally in housin ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2026.05.15

Hana Financial Group Injects $750 Million into Dunamu to Spearhead Digital Asset and Blockchain Revolution: SEOUL — Hana Financial Group, one of South Korea’s leading banking giants, announced a landmark strategic investment o ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2026.05.15

Samsung Electronics Union Rejects "40 Trillion Won" Bonus Proposal, Raising Fears of General Strike: SEOUL — Tensions at Samsung Electronics have reached a boiling point as the company’s primary labor union flatly rejec ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2026.05.14

South Korea’s Fiscal Deficit Narrows to 39.6 Trillion Won as Real Estate and Stock Market Recovery Boost Tax Revenue: SEJONG — South Korea’s fiscal health showed signs of significant improvement in the first quarter of 2026, with the bu ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2026.05.14

"Buying a Home with Crypto Gains": 30s Emerge as 'Big Players' in the Real Estate Market: The landscape of South Korea's real estate market is undergoing a significant transformation. The traditional methods of financing ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2026.05.11

Banking War 2.0: South Korean Banks Race to Transition into 'AI-First' Institutions: SEOUL — The South Korean financial sector is shifting its gears from simple automation to a full-scale "AI Agency" era, wher ...; Desk 2026.05.08

South Korea’s KOSPI Surges to 7th in Global Market Cap, Overtaking Canada and UK: SEOUL — In a historic shift for global equity markets, the South Korean stock market has ascended to the rank of the world&r ...; Desk 2026.05.07

Gmarket’s Cinematic Ad Campaign Goes Viral, Sparking High Anticipation for ‘Big Smile Day’: SEOUL, South Korea – Gmarket, one of South Korea’s leading e-commerce platforms, is witnessing a massive pre-event sur ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2026.05.05

Chinese Automakers Pivot to Global Markets as Domestic Demand Falters and Oil Prices Soar: As high international oil prices reshape global consumer behavior, Chinese automakers are aggressively accelerating their overseas ...; Eugenio Rodolfo Sanabria Reporter 2026.05.04

South Korea’s Energy Relief Fund Hits 76% Application Rate in Debut Week; ₩1.4 Trillion Distributed: SEOUL – In a rapid response to the burgeoning financial pressure of global energy costs, South Korea’s "High Oil Price ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2026.05.04