Korea Venture Investment Corp. launched its 2026 fund of funds program, covering early-stage startups, unicorn projects, and secondary funds, with a focus on expanding venture investment and supporting tech entrepreneurs through government-backed initiatives.
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The dollar-won exchange rate plunged over 10 won at the open, reversing recent gains as risk-off sentiment eased following Kevin Warsh's Fed chair nomination, with exporter dollar-selling and global equity rebounds supporting the move.
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GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen revealed plans for a major consumer goods acquisition, hinting at a potential bitcoin sale as shares surged 8.25%.
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Bank of Korea to unveil inflation outlook in February, factoring in recent oil price and currency market volatility for policy guidance.
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Japanese stocks surged over 2% as rebound buying and a weaker yen, coupled with strong U.S. manufacturing data, fueled gains in the Nikkei 225 and TOPIX indices.
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Bank of Korea projects February inflation to hover near 2% as upward and downward pressures balance, signaling stable price outlook.
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South Korean government bond futures opened lower, tracking a rise in US Treasury yields after robust US manufacturing data, while inflation remained subdued.
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K-water CEO Yoon Seok-dae inspected Gwangdong Dam in Gangwon to assess reservoir levels and strengthen drought response, aiming to secure stable water supply amid ongoing dry conditions.
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South Korea's won opened with the market average rate (MAR) quoted at '+0.05 won', while NDF fixing positions remained neutral, signaling a balanced start for the FX market.
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South Korea's won surged against the dollar at market open, with the exchange rate dropping 12.30 won to 1,452.00, signaling heightened volatility in currency markets.
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South Korea’s bond market faces mounting pressure as government bond issuance surges and policy focus shifts to equities and currency, raising yields and investor concerns.
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Lee Eon-joo, Supreme Council member of the Democratic Party of Korea, urged party leader Jeong Cheong-rae to halt merger talks with the Cho Kuk Innovation Party and focus on supporting state affairs, citing concerns over party unity and timing at the start of the president’s term.
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The National Pension Service’s surging dollar demand in late 2025, driven by overseas investments and a rising USD/KRW rate, prompted urgent FX strategy reviews and portfolio adjustments to mitigate market impact.
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The dollar-won exchange rate surged at the start of the month amid 'Warsh shock' and a lack of exporter dollar sales, but analysts say fears of a policy regime change are overblown as market volatility is expected to subside once uncertainty over the next Fed chair eases.
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As South Korea's KOSPI index rallies at record speed, analysts highlight the value of REITs as a resilient portfolio option amid uncertainty over potential market bubbles.
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Bitmine Immersion Technologies expanded its Ethereum holdings by over 40,000 coins last week, despite a $6 billion valuation loss as Ethereum prices slumped.
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South Korea's KOSPI aims to solidify 5,000 as a support level, driven by robust semiconductor earnings and policy reforms, though market polarization and disconnect from the real economy remain concerns.
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Shares of Sampyo Cement surged to the daily limit as South Korea's new 1.29 housing policy fueled expectations for urban redevelopment, boosting asset-rich companies with prime Seoul land.
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South Korea's stock market rebounded as analysts expect Kevin Warsh, a leading Fed chair candidate, to take a more dovish stance than Jerome Powell, signaling a shift from broad-based rallies to selective asset gains amid rising volatility and asset concentration in President Trump's second term.
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Shinhan Bank will overhaul its credit assessment model in Q1, using alternative data to lower financial barriers for low-credit customers and launching a new inclusive finance program with fixed 6.9% rates for vulnerable borrowers.
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