Market Brief: July Rate Hike Outlook and Record Profits
The IMF has trimmed its global growth outlook for April 2026, raising questions about the impact on the local economy. Meanwhile, Citi suggests a potential interest rate hike in July, with inflation expected to hover between 2.8% and 3.3% through September. On a brighter note, top-tier listed companies reported nearly 190 trillion won in operating profit last year—the highest since 2000.
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