South Korea’s Economy Grows Just 1% in 2025 as Surprise Contraction Signals Broad Fragility
South Korea’s economy barely grew in 2025, expanding by only 1 percent for the full year. This figure shocked economists and markets because it marked a sharp slowdown from the previous year and came with an unexpected contraction near the end of the year. 2025 GDP: The Numbers That Matter What Caused the Surprise Contraction?…