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Economy & Finance

Korean Treasury Bond Yield at 4.363%—Why the Government Still Saw ‘Persistent Upward Pressure’

The 10-year Korean Treasury bond yield fell slightly to 4.363% on September 4, 2026, from the previous day’s close, but the South Korean government said upward pressure on Treasury yields was continuing. It cited renewed tensions in the Middle East, oil and inflation concerns, expectations of policy-rate hikes, increased government bond issuance driven by fiscal spending, and expanded corporate bond issuance linked to AI investment as key risks. However, the day’s decline alone does not mean these risks have been resolved.

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Economy & Finance

M&C Solution to Acquire KRW 15 Billion in Treasury Shares… All 996,016 Shares Planned for Cancellation

M&C Solution has entered into a KRW 15 billion trust agreement to acquire treasury shares for cancellation as part of its efforts to enhance shareholder value. The agreement runs from August 28, 2026, to February 28, 2027, and covers 996,016 common shares. The company said it plans to cancel all of the acquired shares, but the actual cancellation still requires a separate board resolution and disclosure.

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Economy & Finance

Changes in KOSPI Large-Cap Stock Flows: Key Indicators from National Pension Service Buying and Retail Leverage

The National Pension Service increased its stake in GS Engineering & Construction, pension funds posted net purchases in some large-cap stocks, and retail investors concentrated their buying on large caps as margin balances rose. These figures alone cannot determine whether a specific stock is undervalued or likely to rise further. This article organizes the key indicators for readers who want to review KOSPI trading value alongside official disclosures.

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Economy & Finance

The Q4 Guidance That Drew Market Attention After Broadcom’s Earnings—and What ‘7 Trillion Won in Foreign Selling’ Really

Broadcom’s total revenue outlook for the fourth quarter fell below the market consensus, while its AI semiconductor revenue outlook exceeded expectations. The ‘7 trillion won in foreign selling’ reported in South Korea refers to the net foreign selling of a single stock, SK hynix, in August 2026—not a combined figure for Samsung Electronics and SK hynix. The two issues must be examined separately by figure and timing.

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Economy & Finance

Fed Beige Book: “U.S. Economy Grew Slightly”… ISM Manufacturing PMI at 54.6

The Federal Reserve’s August 2026 Beige Book assessed that U.S. economic activity increased from slight to modestly since early July. Employment growth was very limited, however, while the August ISM Manufacturing PMI remained in expansion territory at 54.6, with the pace of new-order growth slowing. The September FOMC will meet on September 15–16, but these two reports alone cannot determine the rate decision.

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Economy & Finance

Key Takeaways from the Fed Beige Book and ISM PMI: Slower Hiring and New Orders, Persistent Price Pressures

The Federal Reserve’s August 2026 Beige Book assessed that U.S. economic activity increased modestly and employment edged up slightly. Meanwhile, the ISM August manufacturing PMI remained in expansion territory at 54.6, although growth in new orders and employment slowed, while the prices index stayed high at 71.1. The next official event is the regular FOMC meeting scheduled for September 15–16.

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Economy & Finance

Overseas Financial Account Disclosures Reach KRW 107.1 Trillion; Overseas Stocks Hit Record KRW 61.3 Trillion

According to the 2026 National Tax Service disclosure results, overseas financial accounts totaled KRW 107.1 trillion and overseas trusts KRW 3.8 trillion, bringing the reported overseas-asset total to approximately KRW 111 trillion. Overseas stocks accounted for KRW 61.3 trillion, or 57.2% of all overseas financial account disclosures. However, KRW 111 trillion is the sum of disclosed items and does not represent total overseas net assets.

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Economy & Finance

2027 Budget Bill of ₩820.9 Trillion Approved; National Growth Fund Expanded to ₩200 Trillion

The government approved total spending of ₩820.9 trillion in its 2027 budget bill and proposed creating a ₩162.3 trillion Future Response Fund. The National Growth Fund’s five-year supply target will increase to ₩200 trillion, but this is not a single-year 2027 budget, and the government’s budget bill remains subject to review and approval by the National Assembly.

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Economy & Finance

Yen Nears 160 per Dollar Despite Joint Intervention; Next Turning Point Is September BOJ Meeting

On August 31, 2026, the dollar traded at 159.75 yen, nearing the 160-yen mark. Japan’s Ministry of Finance had announced that it carried out a joint yen-buying intervention with the U.S. Treasury, but renewed yen weakness is drawing attention. The Bank of Japan’s next monetary policy meeting is scheduled for September 17–18, and a rate hike has not been confirmed.

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Economy & Finance

₩3.076 Trillion in National Health Insurance Refunds… Semiconductors and High Interest Rates Are September’s Economic 변수

The National Health Insurance Service announced that it will refund excess out-of-pocket medical expenses totaling ₩3.076 trillion to 2.26 million people. A simple calculation puts the average at approximately ₩1.36 million per person, but individual refund amounts may vary. Semiconductors and interest rates were cited as variables for September’s stock market, while Shinhan Investment & Securities forecast a KOSPI range of 6,600–8,000 points.

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Economy & Finance

Samsung Electronics Dividend Confirmed at KRW 374 per Share… KRW 30 Trillion for Q3 Still Only a “Plan”

Samsung Electronics’ second-quarter 2026 dividend was confirmed at KRW 374 per share for both common and preferred shares and was paid on August 28. By contrast, the approximately KRW 30 trillion cash dividend planned for the third quarter and the annual KRW 90–110 trillion estimate remain at the planning and projection stages. The third-quarter dividend per share is scheduled to be finalized by the board at the end of October.

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