Core Viewpoint - The South Korean Composite Index experienced a significant increase, closing at a record high of 5084.85 points, despite initial declines due to trade threats from Trump [1]. Group 1: Market Performance - On January 27, the South Korean Composite Index fell over 1% during the day due to Trump's threat to raise tariffs on South Korean goods from 15% to 25% but ultimately closed up 2.73% [1]. - The index has seen a cumulative increase of 20.66% within the month [1]. Group 2: Analyst Insights - Analysts noted that the low opening and high closing of the South Korean stock market indicate that traders are becoming less responsive to Trump's trade strategies, betting that he will not follow through on severe penalties often used as negotiation tactics [1]. - According to economist Nicole Gordon-Caratelli, only 27% of the tariff threats issued by Trump since his re-election have been realized [1].
对特朗普关税威胁不为所动?韩股收涨2.73%再创历史新高
Ge Long Hui·2026-01-27 07:04