Country: KR | Published: 2026-09-18
Seoul stocks climbed sharply as easing inflation worries lifted sentiment and oil's continued slide supported the broader Asian rally. The Bank of Japan's move to a multi-decade hi
Seoul stocks climbed sharply as easing inflation worries lifted sentiment and oil's continued slide supported the broader Asian rally. The Bank of Japan's move to a multi-decade high keeps regional rate dynamics in focus, while a wider Korea-US rate gap is squeezing local bond issuers. On the diplomatic front, Washington signals interest in dialogue with Pyongyang, though North Korea-related tensions remain part of the backdrop.