South Korea's Economy Expands 2.0% in 2024 After Lackluster Fourth-Quarter Growth
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South Korea GDP misses estimates as weak consumption, construction sector drive growth to 6-quarter low
The country's economy expanded by 1.2% year on year, missing analysts' expectations of 1.4% growth.CNBC - 1h -
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South Korea’s President Yoon arrested after stand-off with police
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Impeachment trial of South Korea's Yoon adjourned after he does not attend
South Korea’s Constitutional Court adjourned the opening session of the impeachment trial of President Yoon Suk Yeol on Tuesday after he did not attend.NBC News - Jan. 14 -
UK retail sales growth ‘minimal’ in final quarter of 2024, data shows
BRC survey suggests consumers stayed cautious during what is usually busiest time of yearFinancial Times - Jan. 7 -
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Trump tariffs pose a greater threat to South Korea’s economy than domestic political chaos, BOK official suggests
The South Korean economy has to grapple with internal political turmoil and the threat of tariffs by U.S. President-elect Donald Trump in 2025.CNBC - Jan. 2
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