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Naphtha Prices Skyrocket 68%: South Korea Braces for Producer Price Surge

South Korea’s production costs have hit a fever pitch as the Producer Price Index (PPI) extended its climbing streak for a seventh consecutive month. Driven by a volatile surge in international
Gov't Launches 'One-Team' Initiative to Transform Regional Airports into Tourism Hubs

The South Korean government has officially embarked on a collaborative effort to transform regional airports into strategic gateways for international tourism. By integrating airport infrastructure wi

From Safety Drivers to Fully Autonomous: South Korea to Launch First Unmanned Trucking Service in June

SEOUL — The landscape of South Korea’s logistics industry is set for a historic shift this summer. Starting in June, autonomous trucks will officially begin transporting commercial freight

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India Poised to Become World's Fourth-Largest Economy This Year, Overtaking Japan: New Delhi, India – India's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is projected to surpass that of Japan by the end of this year, posit ...; Ana Fernanda Reporter 2025.06.01

South Korean LPG Suppliers Announce Price Cuts for June Amid Favorable Market Conditions: SEOUL, South Korea – South Korea's leading liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) suppliers, SK Gas and E1, have announced a reductio ...; Hee Chan Kim Reporter 2025.05.31

South Korea's Central Government Debt Reaches KRW 1,141.2 Trillion in 2024 Amidst Improving Fiscal Transparency: South Korea's central government debt climbed to KRW 1,141.2 trillion (approximately $826 billion USD) in 2024, marking an increas ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.05.31

Bitcoin Extends Correction, Dips Below $105,000 Mark for First Time in 11 Days: Bitcoin, the world's leading cryptocurrency, is experiencing a prolonged correction after recently nearing a significant price pea ...; Graciela Maria Reporter 2025.05.31

Foreign Investors Make a Welcome Return to South Korean Equities After 10 Months: SEOUL – Foreign investors have returned to the South Korean stock market, snapping a nine-month selling streak in May with a ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2025.05.31

Paraguay Smoothly Proceeds with May Salary Payments for Civil Servants and Healthcare Workers: ASUNCION, Paraguay – The Paraguayan Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF) announced that May public sector salary payments a ...; Desk 2025.05.28

TCA Tanoira Cassagne Successfully Advises on Bond Issuances for Argentine Banks Comafi and Supervielle: BUENOS AIRES, Argentina – TCA Tanoira Cassagne, a leading Argentine law firm, recently provided successful legal counsel for ...; ONLINE TEAM 2025.05.28

Bitcoin Soars to New Highs, But Retail Investors Remain on the Sidelines: SEOUL, South Korea – Bitcoin has been on a tear, surging over 50% since early April to surpass the $110,000 mark and hit new ...; Desk 2025.05.27

Paraguay: Inflation Outpaces Wage Growth Over Last Decade, Eroding Purchasing Power: ASUNCIÓN, Paraguay – Over the past decade, inflation in Paraguay has surged significantly, while wage increases have ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2025.05.27

Asia-Pacific Markets End Mixed Amid Economic Data and US-China Communication News: Singapore – Asia-Pacific stock markets closed mixed on Friday, as investors reacted differently to the release of regional e ...; Pedro Espinola Special Correspondent 2025.05.24

Singapore April Inflation Edges Up, Downward Pressure Expected to Persist: Singapore – Singapore's key consumer price gauges in April slightly exceeded forecasts but remained at low levels, with auth ...; Eugenio Rodolfo Sanabria Reporter 2025.05.24

Easing Dollar Exchange Rate Pressure, What's the Impact on Investment Markets?: Paraguay’s securities firm, Cadiem, stated in a recently released report that as the appreciation pressure on the US dollar ...; Ana Fernanda Reporter 2025.05.23

New Jersey Gas Prices Hit Mid-Atlantic Low Ahead of Memorial Day Weekend: Good news has arrived for drivers planning long-distance trips ahead of the U.S. Memorial Day holiday. Especially those passing th ...; Ana Fernanda Reporter 2025.05.23

Argentina's Economic Activity Grows 5.6% in March; Falls Short of Expectations, Economic Recovery 'Struggles': Buenos Aires, Argentina – In March 2024, Argentina's economic activity grew by 5.6% compared to the same period last year. T ...; Ana Fernanda Reporter 2025.05.22

Trump Tariff Impact Takes Hold: South Korean Auto Exports to the US Plummet by 20%: The impact of the "Trump tariffs" has begun to significantly affect South Korean automotive exports to the United States, with fig ...; ONLINE TEAM 2025.05.20

Singapore's Economic Growth Outlook Clouded by US Tariffs Amidst US-China Tensions: Singapore – Singapore's economic growth prospects are facing increased uncertainty following the unexpected imposition of ta ...; Eugenio Rodolfo Sanabria Reporter 2025.05.19

Singapore REITs Poised for Brighter Outlook Amid Easing Inflation and Rate Stability: Dividend Growth Potential in Focus: Singapore – Singapore’s Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) investors have navigated a challenging period over the pas ...; Desk 2025.05.19

Former Finance Minister Borda Criticizes Delay in Paraguay's Pension Fund Reform as a 'Mistake': Asunción, Paraguay – Former Finance Minister Dionisio Borda has sharply criticized the current Paraguayan government' ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2025.05.19

Paraguay's Fiscal Deficit Reaches $248.8 Million by April 2025 Despite Monthly Surplus: Asunción, Paraguay – Paraguay's central government accumulated a fiscal deficit equivalent to 2.7% of its Gross Domes ...; Desk 2025.05.19