# South Korean Finance Ministry

Type: Company

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## Recent coverage (1 stories)

### 3.0% GDP Growth, 2.75% Rates: The New Reality for Korean Startups in 2026
2026-07-25 20:03:16 · Sentiment: Bearish · Impact: 7/10 · Sources: 1

The Bank of Korea's rate hike to 2.75% confronts startups with higher borrowing costs just as the chip-driven economic boom reaches fever pitch. While the export surge of 70.7% validates AI-focused ventures, venture debt terms are tightening and early-stage funding may favor profitability over growth.
Full story: https://getstartupbrief.com/story/bok-rate-hike-startup-funding-impact

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