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📉 July 16, 2025 (Wed) – “Inflation Shock, Stronger Won, and Tech & Safe-Haven Focus”

📊 Market Summary (Korea)KOSPI: 3,186.38 (−0.90%)KOSDAQ: 812.23 (−0.08%)USD/KRW Exchange Rate: ₩1,385.80 (−0.17%)Korean markets declined amid global inflation concerns and dollar strength. The KOSPI closed lower, and while the KOSDAQ saw a slight dip, the Korean won strengthened slightly after early volatility.📰 Major News & Market Themes1. 💵 U.S. June CPI Fuels Inflation Concerns GloballyU.S...

📈 July 15, 2025 (Tue) – “Inflation Revival, AI Strength, and Trade Watch”

A spike in June inflation, continued rally in AI-related stocks, and looming tariff risks created a mixed but resilient trading day. Both KOSPI and KOSDAQ closed higher, buoyed by tech momentum and solid earnings prospects.📊 Market SummaryKOSPI: 3,215.28 (+0.41%)KOSDAQ: 812.88 (+1.69%)KRW/USD Exchange Rate: ₩1,388.20 (+0.38%)KOSPI rose moderately on the back of foreign inflows and strong indivi..

📈 July 14, 2025 (Mon) – “Tariff Tensions, Earnings Outlook & Inflation in the Spotlight”

Despite President Trump's 30% tariff threat, U.S. investors stayed focused on the Q2 earnings season and upcoming inflation data, keeping all three major indexes near record highs.📊 Market SummaryNasdaq: 20,640.33 (+0.18%)S&P 500: 6,268.56 (+0.14%)Dow Jones: 44,459.65 (+0.20%)KRW/USD Exchange Rate: ₩1,383.00 (+0.52%)U.S. stocks ended modestly higher, led by tech names like Nvidia, while trade t..

Markets reversed Thursday’s highs as President Trump escalated tariff threats, igniting global trade concerns. U.S. indexes closed lower, but strong corporate earnings from Levi Strauss and Kraft Heinz offered selective relief.📊 Market CloseNasdaq: 20,585.53 (−0.22%)S&P 500: 6,259.75 (−0.33%)Dow Jones: 44,371.51 (−0.63%)USD/KRW: ₩1,375.80 (+0.14%)InvestopediaBarron's+10AP News+10New York Post+1..

Market soars as geopolitical risks ease, inflation pressure declines, and innovation headlines take center stage.📊 Market SummaryNASDAQ: 19,912.53 (+1.43%)S&P 500: 6,092.18 (+1.11%)Dow Jones: 43,089.02 (+1.19%)USD/KRW: 1,359.00 (−0.98%) – Korean won strengthens📰 Key News & Market Drivers1. 🕊️ Geopolitical Tension Eases → Risk-On RallyLimited military retaliation between Iran and Israel fuels ..

📊 Market SummaryKOSPI: 3,021.84 (+1.48%)KOSDAQ: 791.53 (+1.15%)USD/KRW Exchange Rate: 1,369.50 (−0.60%)The Korean stock market rallied strongly, with the KOSPI surpassing the 3,000 mark. Optimism around upcoming fiscal policies, improved access for foreign investors, and a strong won contributed to the bullish sentiment.📰 Key News & Highlights1. 📈 MSCI: "South Korea's Short-Selling Accessibil..

📊 Market SummaryNASDAQ: 19,521.09 (−0.91%)S&P 500: 5,982.72 (−0.84%)Dow Jones: 42,215.80 (−0.70%)USD/KRW: ₩1,380.50 (+1.58%)Major U.S. indexes retreated, ending a mixed week. The downturn was driven by renewed Middle East tensions, rising oil prices, weaker retail data, and renewed trade war fears—all shaken ahead of the closely-watched Fed meeting.📰 Top News & Market Drivers1. 🕊️ Israel–Iran..

📊 Market SummaryKOSPI: 2,950.30 (+0.12%)KOSDAQ: 775.65 (−0.21%)USD/KRW Exchange Rate: ₩1,361.90 (+0.21%)Despite fresh tensions in the Middle East and elevated oil prices, the KOSPI held near the 2,950 level, driven by ongoing fiscal stimulus efforts and strong tech and auto sector performance.📰 Major News & Developments1. 🌍 Israel Issues Iran Evacuation Warning – Oil JumpsIsrael advised 330,0..

📊 Market SummaryNASDAQ: 19,701.21 (+1.52%)S&P 500: 6,033.11 (+0.94%)Dow Jones: 42,515.09 (+0.75%)USD/KRW: 1,360.50 (−0.58%)Wall Street rallied today as concerns over possible Middle East escalation eased. Oil prices fell ~1.7%, while bond yields modestly rose ahead of the Federal Reserve’s imminent policy meeting. Markets recovered sharply after last week’s decline. nasdaq.com+5apnews.com+5mone..

📊 Market SummaryKOSPI: 2,946.66 (+1.80%)KOSDAQ: 777.27 (+1.09%)KRW/USD Exchange Rate: 1,361.00 KRW (−0.55%)Despite heightened geopolitical risks in the Middle East, the Korean stock market extended its rally, driven by strong export data and favorable policy momentum. The KOSPI broke above the 2,940 level, continuing its upward momentum.📰 Major News and Market Highlights1. 🌐 Geopolitical Risk..