Bank of Korea Maintains Benchmark Rate for Sixth Straight MeetingSeoul, February 26: The Bank of Korea kept its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 2.5 percent on Thursday, signaling a cautious approach as policymakers balance stronger economic growth with mounting financial stability...
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inflation
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korea development institute
korea real estate board
lee jae myung
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semiconductor industry
seoul
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Business Survey Index Climbs Above 100 for First Time in 47 Months
Seoul, February 24: South Korea’s business sentiment has turned positive for March, marking its first rebound in four years, supported by strong exports of semiconductors and automobiles.The Business Survey Index for the...
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industrial production
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producer price index
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south korea
National Cremation Rate Hits Record High in 2024
Seoul, February 15: South Korea’s cremation rate continues its steady upward climb, intensifying concerns over potential shortages of cremation facilities, particularly in densely populated cities such as Seoul and Busan.Fresh data released on...
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death rates
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ministry of welfare
population aging
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