Iran & South Korea
149 shared events · Importance 16 · Last updated Jul 06, 2026
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Iran: Iran is involved in negotiations with the United States regarding oil prices, which are stabilizing after a four-month war.
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
International
Iran: Iran's actions and stalled negotiations with the United States led to the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz, impacting global oil supplies and prices.
South Korea: South Korea's Kospi index plunged due to the sell-off in AI-related shares, despite government plans for significant investments in computer chip manufacturing.
Jun 03, 2026 · 191 articles
Domestic
Iran: Iran's geopolitical actions, including attacks across the Persian Gulf and a potential meeting request with the U.S., are impacting oil prices and global inflation concerns.
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
International
Iran: The Iran war has caused significant turmoil in global markets, leading to a $9 trillion drop in March and impacting oil prices.
South Korea: South Korea's stock market has surged by 100%, registering a record-breaking run.
Apr 20, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Iran: Iran's effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz has caused a global energy crisis, driving up oil and gas prices and disrupting supply chains. The nation is also engaged in ongoing conflict with Israel and the United States, leading to economic sanctions and military actions.
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
Business
Iran: Iran's receding hostilities with the United States led to a fragile ceasefire and the gradual reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, contributing to a significant drop in oil prices.
South Korea: South Korea's KOSPI index showed strong performance, driven by AI stocks.
Apr 20, 2026 · 24 articles
International
Iran: Iran is flexing its control over the Strait of Hormuz, demanding tolls for safe passage, and is involved in a conflict with Israel-backed Hezbollah militia.
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
Iran: Iran reached a deal with the United States to halt the Middle East conflict, which is expected to eventually help normalize supply flows and reduce plastic costs.
South Korea: Petrochemical companies in South Korea have scaled back production capacity due to tight supply and soaring naphtha prices, leading to higher costs and longer wait times for plastic products.
Jun 28, 2026 · 6 articles
Business
Iran: Reports of a potential agreement between the United States and Iran influenced crude oil prices, leading to some optimism in the markets.
South Korea: South Korea's benchmark stock index fell significantly, indicating that the regional tech sell-off extended beyond Taiwan.
May 18, 2026 · 33 articles
Business
Iran: The war with Iran previously caused jumps in oil prices, contributing to global inflation concerns.
South Korea: South Korea's Kospi index experienced a sharp decline due to losses in its chip companies, indicating a negative impact on its stock market.
Jul 02, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Iran: Uncertainty about an initial deal to end the war in Iran and access to the Strait of Hormuz is a key factor affecting oil markets and global sentiment.
South Korea: South Korea's Kospi dropped 1.8%, indicating a significant decline in its market.
Jun 30, 2026 · 8 articles
International
Iran: Iran is a central entity in this event, engaging in retaliatory strikes against the United States and its allies, asserting control over the Strait of Hormuz, and facing severe economic pressure and military attacks. Its actions and responses are critical to the conflict's escalation and potential resolution.
South Korea: South Korea had ships exiting the Strait of Hormuz, reflecting efforts to navigate the disrupted shipping routes.
Apr 20, 2026 · 508 articles
Business
Iran: Oil prices returned to pre-Iran war levels, indicating a stabilization in the oil market after previous geopolitical tensions.
South Korea: A surging South Korean market was a factor in hedge fund trading, contributing to both gains and losses.
Apr 20, 2026 · 9 articles
Business
Iran: Iran-US peace progress amplified a semiconductor rally, indicating a positive geopolitical factor for the market.
South Korea: South Korea's Kospi index fell significantly, and its chipmakers experienced a rout, impacting the broader semiconductor market and contributing to Qualcomm's decline.
May 21, 2026 · 8 articles
International
Iran: Iran is the target of the new tariffs, which will further isolate its economy and exacerbate ongoing anti-government protests. Iran's trade partners will be affected by the tariffs.
Jan 12, 2026 · 8 articles
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