South Korea’s central bank governor nominee Shin Hyun Song warns soaring oil prices and a weaker won are likely to push inflation higher, while weighing on economic growth https://t.co/ENqWyeYnl0 ...

Inflation & Currency - South Korea's consumer inflation accelerated in October due to a weaker won, increasing energy and food costs [1] Monetary Policy - The inflation data strengthens the argument for the central bank to maintain its pause in monetary easing [1] Housing Market - The central bank aims to curb a housing market rally [1]