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๐Ÿ“ˆ July 2, 2025

July 2, 2025

Battery Stocks Slump Again

Secondary battery stocks remain weak, suffering continuous losses amid rising market uncertainty.

Source: Seoul Economic Daily

KRW 15.5 Trillion in Buybacks in H1, Dividends Up 10%

Listed Korean firms bought back KRW 15.5 trillion in shares in the first half, while dividend payouts grew by 10% year-on-year.

Source: Seoul Economic Daily

Ripple Applies for Banking License

Following Circle, Ripple is also seeking a banking license to improve trust and compliance in crypto-finance.

Source: Edaily

Demand for ELS Recovers as Structured Securities Grow

Outstanding balance of derivative-linked securities (ELS) rose by KRW 3 trillion in Q1, showing signs of investor interest rebounding.

Source: Edaily

Dividend Stocks Poised to Benefit as President Pushes Tax Cuts

The administration supports reducing dividend income tax, aiming to help households earn living expenses through stock investments.

Source: Money Today

Trump Finalizes Trade Deal with Vietnam

Trump announces a new agreement with Vietnam, cutting mutual tariffs from 46% to 20%, signaling stronger economic ties.

Source: Money Today

OECD Warns of Economic Slowdown in H2

Global business leaders expect economic conditions and investment sentiment to weaken sharply in the second half of 2025.

Source: Asia Economy

FX Reserves Exceed $410B Amid Weak Dollar

Korea's foreign exchange reserves surpass $410 billion for the first time in five months thanks to the weaker U.S. dollar.

Source: Financial News

Samsung-BOE Resume Talks After Key China Meeting

Samsung and BOE may restart their panel transactions after a surprise meeting between executives Yong Seok-woo and Chen Yanshun in China.

Source: ETNews

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