South Korea
13 articles
KB Kookmin Bank launches instant blockchain payments with JP Morgan
KB Kookmin Bank and JP Morgan have unveiled a blockchain-based payment service for Korean businesses, promising near-instant US dollar settlements across major trade corridors and marking a shift in cross-border corporate payments
Japanese Yen Hits Six Month Peak as Rate Hike Bets Intensify
The Japanese yen surged to its strongest level since February 2026 as traders anticipate a Bank of Japan rate hike and official data reveals record intervention. The US dollar slipped further, with global markets on alert for upcoming policy moves.
South Korean Won Outpaces Asia's Currencies on Chips and Rate Hikes
The South Korean won has surged ahead of its Asian peers in 2026, powered by record semiconductor exports and aggressive central bank tightening, even as most regional currencies struggle against the US dollar's resilience
Yen Holds Near 160 as Rate Hike Debate Intensifies in Asia
The Japanese yen remains close to 160 per US dollar as policymakers weigh further Bank of Japan rate hikes, while renewed geopolitical tensions and shifting US interest rate expectations add to currency market uncertainty
Australian Dollar Climbs to Three-Month High on Inflation Pressure
The Australian dollar is set for its longest weekly winning streak since 2021, as persistent inflation and expectations of further Reserve Bank of Australia rate hikes drive the currency higher against its global peers
US Dollar Holds Near Highs as Inflation Data Delays Rate Cut Hopes
The US dollar remains close to a one-week high after July's inflation figures exceeded forecasts, reinforcing expectations that the Federal Reserve will keep interest rates elevated. Markets now await signals from central bank leaders at Jackson Hole
Techcombank Considers $2 Billion Stake Sale to Foreign Investor
Techcombank is negotiating with BNP Paribas and KB Kookmin Bank to sell a 15% stake, potentially bringing its first major foreign strategic investor and signaling a shift in Vietnam's banking sector
US Dollar Faces Pressure as BCA Research Favors Asian and European Currencies
BCA Research signals a shift away from the US dollar, highlighting weakening real yields and reduced foreign investment as reasons to favor the South Korean won, Japanese yen, Taiwan dollar, Singapore dollar, and euro
Emerging Market Currencies Reach New Highs as Dollar Weakens
A broad decline in the US dollar has pushed emerging market currencies to record levels, with several Asian and European currencies posting notable gains. Investors are watching policy signals and inflation risks as global uncertainty persists
US Dollar Slides to Three-Month Low as Treasury Buybacks Expand
The US dollar weakened sharply after the Treasury Department increased buybacks of long-term bonds, easing pressure on yields and shifting currency dynamics across Asia and beyond
Dollar and Yen Face Uncertainty After Intervention and Rate Shifts
The U.S. dollar's recent decline and the yen's sharp rebound highlight the impact of coordinated intervention and shifting rate expectations, leaving both currencies at a pivotal moment for global markets
South Korean Won Drops as Dollar Strengthens, Yen Retreats
The South Korean won led declines among Asian currencies as the US dollar gained ground and the Japanese yen lost recent intervention-driven strength. Investors are watching upcoming US inflation data for signals on future Federal Reserve policy.
Korean Won Recovers as Index-Driven Outflows Subside in July
The South Korean won rebounded sharply in July after months of mechanical selling linked to equity index rebalancing, with Bank of America reporting that the main source of forced outflows has now faded