iShares MSCI South Korea ETF

Direxion MSCI Daily South Korea Bull 3X Shares

KORU provides 300% daily leveraged exposure to a market-cap-weighted index of large- and mid-cap South Korean companies.

Opportunities in China might be the first place to look for emerging market (EM) trade opportunities. But South Korea shouldn't be overlooked.

South Korea Could Offer Traders Opportunities in EM

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U.S. stocks registered the best week of the year for major indexes last week.

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While the China macro story of ongoing transition is a headwind to the rest of Asia, there is more to the region's economic health than this.

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Goldman Sachs is bullish on South Korea. The research house believes that the market will offer the highest earnings growth next year.

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South Korea's exports to mainland China have remained weak during 2023, recording a decline of 9.5% y/y in October. According to latest trade data from South Korea's Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy, South Korea's merchandise exports showed grew by 5.1% y/y in October 2023.

South Korea's Exports Rebound In October 2023

The August IP data showed solid high-end chip demand with both production and related investment rebounding while subdued consumption and investment activity are drags on overall growth. Weak business surveys and high inventory suggest the upbeat surprise in IP may be temporary and the BoK will likely make another hawkish pause at this month's meeting.

Korea's Industrial Production Rebounds On Strong Chip Demand

According to recent industrial production, exports, and survey data, domestic demand will slow further, while a mediocre recovery is expected for exports. Government support to boost domestic demand will buffer the sharp contraction in consumption.

Korean Activity Data Point To A Cloudy Q3

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We believe that Korea's economy bottomed out in the fourth quarter of last year. However, the recovery will be quite shallow going forward, so GDP growth will remain below potential levels. We forecast the Bank of Korea (BoK) will make its first move to cut its policy rate in the fourth quarter of this year before the easing cycle of other major central banks begins.

Korea Likely To See Modest Recovery Through Rest Of Year

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The Direxion Daily South Korea Bull 3X Shares (KORU) is up just over 3.5% for the year. But economic headwinds remain for South Korea's economy through the rest of 2023, which could challenge the ETF.

South Korea ETF Ekes Out Gain but Headwinds Remain

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The South Korean economy slowed significantly during the second half of 2022, with GDP contracting by 0.4% quarter-on-quarter (q/q) in the fourth quarter of 2022. South Korea's manufacturing sector remained in contraction territory at the start of 2023, according to latest PMI data from S&P Global, as another contraction in new orders drove output volumes down.

South Korea's Economy Faces Rising Headwinds In 2023

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Investor expectations were buoyed at the beginning of the year with the inauguration of pro-business President Yoon Suk-yeol. By 2026, South Korean battery makers will be operating plants in the U.S., accounting for at least 200-gigawatt hours each year.

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As the global economy faces headwinds and liquidity conditions are expected to become tighter, difficulties in corporate bonds and credit markets are expected to increase. The credit market has been struggling quite a bit over the past few weeks.

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Finding opportunities in emerging markets (EM), especially in the current environment, can be like finding a needle in a haystack. Thankfully, South Korea is one of those countries, making the task much easier than anticipated.

Consumer Spending is Giving South Korea's Economy a Boost

South Korea's economy has been feeling the pangs of global inflation for most the year, culminating in a dismal third quarter performance. However, the Direxion Daily South Korea Bull 3X Shares (KORU) has been showing signs of life, which could mean a comeback could be playing out.

South Korea ETF Shows Signs of Life the Past Month

Korea's high level of household debt has been regarded as a major risk factor for the economy for some time.

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COVID-19 lockdowns are easing in China, which could give help revitalize South Korea's economy. The second-largest economy is South Korea's largest trading partner, so its dependence on China is vital to its own economy.

As China's Lockdowns Ease, South Korea Could Be a Rebound Opportunity

A rising dollar and global inflation might be keeping traders from looking at potential opportunities in emerging markets (EM). However, they need to take a closer look at South Korea.

Play a Q2 Bounce in South Korea With This Leveraged ETF

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South Korea's economy is recovering at an astounding rate, opening up opportunities for traders in the Direxion Daily South Korea Bull 3X Shares (KORU). While the world is contending with another wave of Covid-19 infections, South Korea continues to forge on with a strong end to the second quarter.

A Case for Investing in South Korea

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