Tag: Macroeconomics

They Say the War is Ending, So Why Is the Exchange Rate the Same? The Real Reason '1,500 Won' Has Become the New Normal

Despite expectations of an end to the Middle East war, the won-dollar exchange rate refuses to drop below 1,500 won. We've easily summarized everything from the causes of the rollercoaster foreign exchange market to its impact on everyday consumer prices and how K-Defense is affecting the stock market.

Buying Korean Stocks but Dumping the Won? The Cunning Magic Fueling a '1,600 Won Exchange Rate'

An easy-to-understand explanation of the bizarre phenomenon where exchange rates keep rising even as foreigners buy Korean stocks, uncovering the hidden mechanics of 'currency hedging' and its impact on our economy.