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S. Korea’s fiscal deficit surpasses 100 tln won through June

South Korea’s fiscal deficit surpassed 100 trillion won (US$73.51 billion) during the first half of 2024 amid weak corporate performances and rising state expenditures, data showed Wednesday.

The managed fiscal balance, a key gauge of fiscal health …

S. Korean Bond Yields on Aug. 14, 2024

Today (%) Previous Session(%) Change (BP)

1-year TB 3.049 3.072 -2.3

2-year TB 3.000 3.026 -2.6

3-year TB 2.888 2.918 -3.0

10-year TB 2.945 2.974 -2.9

2-year MSB 2.953 2.976 -2.3

3-year CB (AA-) 3.370 3.395 -2.5

91-day CD 3.490 3.490 0.0

Sou…

Coupang resumes delivery of CJ products after 20-month hiatus

Coupang Inc. said Wednesday it has resumed purchasing CJ CheilJedang Corp.’s products for delivery after a 20-month hiatus due to differences over their deals.

CJ CheilJedang stopped selling its products to Coupang in December 2022 as they failed to…

Bar on Koh Tao caught selling laughing gas

Central Investigation Bureau police arrested a bar on Koh Tao, Surat Thani Province, for selling laughing gas, warning that its misuse can be life-threatening.

The Central Investigation Bureau (CIB), by the Human Trafficking Suppression Division (HP…

Flock up to Khao Pok Lon to see the sunrise amidst the mist.

During the rainy season, many tourists flock to Khao Pok Lon, Phitsanulok Province, to see the beautiful sunrise amidst the sea of ??fog, which is known as one of the most beautiful spots in Thailand.

Morning atmosphere on the top of Pok Lon Mountai…