West Texas Intermediate & South Korea
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International
West Texas Intermediate: Benchmark U.S. crude (WTI) was 2.8% higher at $89.76 a barrel, influenced by the same geopolitical factors affecting Brent crude.
South Korea: The stock market in South Korea, represented by the Kospi index, hit an all-time high, driven by the AI boom and strong exports of semiconductors.
Jun 01, 2026 · 9 articles
Business
West Texas Intermediate: Benchmark U.S. crude (West Texas Intermediate) was down, trading close to pre-Iran war levels, reflecting stabilization in oil markets.
South Korea: South Korea's stock market, particularly the KOSPI index, rebounded after a tech sell-off, indicating a positive shift in investor sentiment for the country's market.
Jun 29, 2026 · 8 articles
Business
West Texas Intermediate: The price for a barrel of West Texas Intermediate>>> fell $1.35, indicating a decrease in U.S. crude oil prices.
South Korea: South Korea's stock market, particularly the KOSPI, experienced significant gains due to strong performance in its technology sector, driven by companies like Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix, and the broader AI boom.
May 20, 2026 · 72 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: WTI crude prices rose to $80.40, a one-month high, reflecting the same supply concerns.
South Korea: South Korea's Kospi plunged 9% as semiconductor stocks collapsed, making it a key barometer of global chip sentiment.
Apr 20, 2026 · 304 articles
Domestic
West Texas Intermediate: A barrel of benchmark U.S. crude rose 1.2% to $70.05, reflecting similar upward pressure as Brent Crude due to geopolitical tensions.
South Korea: South Korea will host a new chipmaking hub with a $518 billion investment from Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix, aiming to boost its position in the AI industry.
Jun 29, 2026 · 6 articles
Business
West Texas Intermediate: WTI crude edged down to about $75 a barrel, reflecting stable oil prices amid geopolitical uncertainty.
South Korea: South Korea's KOSPI dropped over 4%, led by sharp declines in SK Hynix and Samsung Electronics, reflecting the country's heavy exposure to the semiconductor sector.
Aug 06, 2026 · 37 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate>>> prices have fallen on hopes of a peace deal, reflecting the market's expectation of increased oil supply.
South Korea: South Korea, like Japan>>>, is heavily reliant on energy from the Gulf and has been impacted by the conflict. A peace deal would likely ease its energy supply concerns.
May 02, 2026 · 472 articles
Business
West Texas Intermediate: Added 34 cents to $84.84 a barrel, contributing to inflation and market pressure.
South Korea: KOSPI dropped 0.6%, affected by oil price and inflation concerns.
Aug 17, 2026 · 8 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude prices have risen, mirroring the global trend in oil prices due to the Iran war.
South Korea: South Korea's stock market experienced a significant drop, and its factory activity expanded at the fastest pace in five years, driven by firms' efforts to secure supplies amidst the Iran war.
May 05, 2026 · 374 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate prices shed 47 cents, reflecting the broader decline in oil prices.
South Korea: South Korea's KOSPI jumped significantly, indicating a strong recovery in its stock market.
Jun 08, 2026 · 9 articles
Business
West Texas Intermediate: Rose to near $90 per barrel.
South Korea: KOSPI extremely volatile; dominated by Samsung and SK Hynix.
Apr 20, 2026 · 344 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: U.S. crude also fell, contributing to lower inflation expectations and a weaker dollar.
South Korea: Reportedly coordinated with Japan in selling dollars to support the won, indicating broader regional cooperation in currency stabilization.
Jul 30, 2026 · 162 articles
Business
West Texas Intermediate: Fell on hopes for U.S.-Iran deal.
South Korea: Experienced extreme volatility in its stock market, driven by AI chip stocks.
Jul 14, 2026 · 280 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate futures bounced significantly, reflecting the market's reaction to the Gulf tensions and potential oil supply disruptions.
South Korea: South Korea's market dipped, mirroring the general negative sentiment in Asian markets following the geopolitical developments.
Apr 09, 2026 · 6 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: WTI prices also rose significantly, impacting US energy markets and consumers.
South Korea: South Korea has increased oil imports from the US and is affected by higher energy costs. Its stock market has seen declines.
Apr 08, 2026 · 416 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate futures rose sharply as hopes for a peace deal in the US-Israeli war on Iran dimmed and regional tensions increased following the drone attack on the United Arab Emirates' nuclear facility.
South Korea: South Korea helped build and operates the Barakah nuclear power plant. An official from Korea Electric Power Corporation confirmed no casualties or direct damage to the plant, though one reactor was briefly halted as a precaution.
May 16, 2026 · 262 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate>>> crude prices have climbed as a result of the escalating conflict and supply concerns, reflecting the broader impact on global oil markets.
South Korea: South Korea has a tanker crossing the Strait of Hormuz in cooperation with Iran, demonstrating its efforts to maintain energy supplies despite the disruptions.
Apr 20, 2026 · 607 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: US crude dipped, following Brent crude's trend, as geopolitical tensions eased slightly.
South Korea: South Korea's share market climbed 3.0-3.4% after a significant dive, showing a rebound from stretched valuations.
Jun 09, 2026 · 8 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate crude prices have also been affected by the US-Iran conflict, experiencing volatility and price increases due to supply concerns related to the Strait of Hormuz.
South Korea: South Korea has a tanker crossing the Strait of Hormuz in cooperation with Iran, demonstrating its efforts to maintain energy supplies despite the disruptions.
May 07, 2026 · 362 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate>>> crude prices have spiked due to the conflict and the effective shuttering of the Strait of Hormuz>>>, reflecting the market's reaction to supply concerns.
South Korea: South Korean banks held $6 billion of frozen Iranian funds, which were later transferred to Qatar>>> pending a prisoner release, highlighting its role in the initial fund freezing.
Jun 03, 2026 · 17 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate crude prices have risen significantly due to the disruption of oil shipments caused by the Strait of Hormuz standoff.
South Korea: South Korean banks held $6 billion of frozen Iranian funds, which were later transferred to Qatar>>> pending a prisoner release, highlighting its role in the initial fund freezing.
Apr 26, 2026 · 590 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate crude prices fell on hopes of a U.S.-Iran ceasefire extension, which could alleviate supply concerns and reduce upward price pressure.
South Korea: South Korean banks held $6 billion of frozen Iranian funds, which were later transferred to Qatar>>> pending a prisoner release, highlighting its role in the initial fund freezing.
May 18, 2026 · 309 articles
Business
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate crude fell about 1% to trade below $69 per barrel, providing support to market sentiment due to easing crude oil prices.
South Korea: South Korea's KOSPI fell almost 2%, indicating a significant decline in its market.
Jul 06, 2026 · 6 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: U.S. crude benchmark; approached $120 in early March; benefits from demand boost from reserve refilling.
South Korea: Expected to rebuild reserves gradually, depending on oil prices and government spending.
Jul 09, 2026 · 6 articles
Business
West Texas Intermediate: WTI crude futures are used to measure diesel margins, which hit record highs, reflecting higher refining profitability.
South Korea: South Korea is a gasoline supplier to Indonesia but offers limited additional volume growth due to crude supply uncertainty.
Aug 19, 2026 · 8 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: The prospect of a peace deal between the United States>>> and Iran>>> has led to a significant drop in West Texas Intermediate>>> prices, indicating market relief over potential oil supply stability.
South Korea: A South Korean oil tanker passing through the Strait of Hormuz underscores the global impact of the conflict on international shipping and energy supplies.
May 19, 2026 · 327 articles
unfocused
West Texas Intermediate: U.S. benchmark crude oil advanced $1.10, reflecting the general increase in oil prices.
South Korea: South Korea's Kospi index rose, indicating positive market performance in the region.
May 19, 2026 · 199 articles
Business
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate crude oil prices edged higher due to delays in reopening the Strait of Hormuz, providing a slight counter-trend to the overall market downturn.
South Korea: South Korea's benchmark stock index fell significantly, indicating that the regional tech sell-off extended beyond Taiwan.
May 18, 2026 · 40 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: WTI crude dropped over 5% to around $84 per barrel, tracking Brent lower on the US-Iran pause. The decline eases inflationary pressures but remains vulnerable to supply disruptions.
South Korea: South Korean markets rose, with chip stocks gaining.
Jul 08, 2026 · 472 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate is a benchmark crude oil, whose price fluctuations reflect market uncertainty and the economic impact of the Strait of Hormuz blockade.
South Korea: South Korea previously held frozen Iranian funds, which are now being discussed for release as part of the peace negotiations.
May 19, 2026 · 229 articles
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