Korea Joongang Daily
Korea JoongAng Daily

Foreign net selling of Korean stocks hits record high this month: BOK

Foreign investment in the Korean stock market recorded its largest ever monthly net outflow in February amid growing caution over a potential AI bubble and profit-taking, central bank data showed Thursday.

2026-03-12

Korean firms hope to attract over $1.6B in foreign investment: Ministry

The government has identified demand from local companies for over $1.6 billion in foreign investments, the Industry Ministry said Tuesday, citing its recent meeting with 51 domestic firms that have already received foreign investments.

2025-12-09

Why Korean investors buying U.S. stocks draw forex authorities' scrutiny

Investors betting on U.S. stocks have become the primary targets of financial authorities struggling to rein in the won’s weakness against the U.S. dollar, sparking strong backlash amid concerns over regulatory tightening on overseas investments.

2025-12-08

Foreign investors sell Korean stocks for ninth month in April

Foreign investors sold Korean stocks for the ninth consecutive month in April amid market routs caused by the U.S. tariff policies, data showed Friday.

2025-05-16

Trade minister vows all-out efforts to boost foreign investment, reshoring

Trade Minister Cheong In-kyo said Monday the government will make all-out efforts to attract more foreign investment and support the return of local firms from overseas.

2025-04-28

Gov't looks to end 'Korea Discount' with foreign exchange overhaul

The Finance Ministry will facilitate foreign exchange transactions for overseas investors, a move in line with the government’s latest initiative to lure foreign investors and resolve the so-called “Korea Discount."

2024-02-06

FSS reiterates plans to create foreign-friendly financial markets

Korea will lift regulations for overseas financial firms and implement foreign investor-friendly measures to match global standards, the financial regulator’s chief said Wednesday.

2023-07-12

FDI pledges to Korea hit $17 billion in first half of 2023

Foreign direct investment (FDI) pledges to Korea rose 54.2 percent on year to $17.09 billion in the first half of this year, hitting an all-time high for any first half, government data showed Tuesday.

2023-07-04

Foreigners to be allowed to invest in Korean stock market without prior registration

Foreign investors will be allowed to buy Korean stocks and bonds without prior registration starting in December, the state financial regulator said Monday.

2023-06-05

Korea to ease regulations to boost foreign investment

Korea will ease regulations on imports of electric vehicles, chemical substances and other items in an effort to attract more foreign investment to the country, the industry ministry said Thursday.

2022-12-08