South Korea & The Wall Street Journal
26 shared events · Importance 5 · Last updated Aug 12, 2026
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South Korea: South Korea's benchmark stock index fell significantly, indicating that the regional tech sell-off extended beyond Taiwan.
The Wall Street Journal: The Wall Street Journal's reporting on market anxieties triggered a massive wave of selling in Taipei, impacting the Taiwan stock market.
May 18, 2026 · 40 articles
International
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.
The Wall Street Journal: The Wall Street Journal>>> closed higher despite choppy markets, indicating a complex reaction to the ceasefire hopes and renewed fighting risks.
Jun 03, 2026 · 17 articles
International
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.
The Wall Street Journal: The Wall Street Journal>>> closed higher despite choppy markets, indicating a complex reaction to the ceasefire hopes and renewed fighting risks.
Apr 26, 2026 · 590 articles
International
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.
The Wall Street Journal: The Wall Street Journal>>> closed higher despite choppy markets, indicating a complex reaction to the ceasefire hopes and renewed fighting risks.
May 18, 2026 · 309 articles
International
South Korea: US ally affected by the scaling back of joint military drills, which may raise security concerns.
The Wall Street Journal: News outlet that reported on Trump's push for a meeting. Its reporting influences market expectations.
Aug 17, 2026 · 47 articles
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South Korea: South Korea's Kospi index rose, indicating positive market performance in the region.
The Wall Street Journal: The Wall Street Journal's performance provides cues for Asian markets, with its mixed or positive closes influencing trading sentiment globally.
May 19, 2026 · 199 articles
Business
South Korea: South Korea is implementing a massive $2.1 trillion investment drive to double its memory chip production capacity within five years, aiming to spread the AI boom's economic benefits beyond Seoul. President Lee Jae Myung is a key proponent of this plan.
The Wall Street Journal: The The Wall Street Journal reported on Michael Burry's cautionary remarks regarding the South Korean AI investment plan.
Jul 02, 2026 · 6 articles
International
South Korea: South Korea>>> is participating in nuclear deterrence talks with the United States>>> due to growing concerns about North Korea>>>'s nuclear expansion, seeking to bolster its defense capabilities and gain more insight into U.S. nuclear planning.
The Wall Street Journal: The Wall Street Journal>>> reported on North Korea>>>'s uranium-enrichment capacity, citing analysis from Vertex (graph theory).
Jun 11, 2026 · 7 articles
International
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.
The Wall Street Journal: The Wall Street Journal reported on the United States' efforts to enlist other countries to help restore safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
Apr 20, 2026 · 607 articles
International
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.
The Wall Street Journal: The Wall Street Journal reported on the United States' efforts to enlist other countries to help restore safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
May 07, 2026 · 362 articles
Business
South Korea: South Korea is home to SK Hynix and Samsung, and the government announced a $576 billion chip investment program anchored by these companies.
The Wall Street Journal: News outlet; reported on SK Hynix deal size ranking.
Apr 20, 2026 · 247 articles
Business
South Korea: South Korea is collaborating with Nvidia and SK Group on AI data center projects, boosting its tech industry.
The Wall Street Journal: WSJ broke the story, but is not a direct participant in the event.
Jul 26, 2026 · 28 articles
International
South Korea: South Korea built the UAE's Barakah plant and could be a competitor for future Saudi contracts.
The Wall Street Journal: WSJ reported on enrichment provisions; no direct role.
Mar 09, 2018 · 305 articles
International
South Korea: South Korean markets rose, with chip stocks gaining.
The Wall Street Journal: WSJ interviewed Trump on munitions.
Jul 08, 2026 · 472 articles
Business
South Korea: Qualified investors in South Korea might be able to buy SpaceX shares, subject to local eligibility requirements and restrictions.
The Wall Street Journal: The Wall Street Journal reported on Morgan Stanley's revenue projections for SpaceX.
Apr 20, 2026 · 457 articles
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