Moody's Says South Korea GDP to Grow 2.5% in 2017

The video discusses the geopolitical risks affecting South Korea's economy, focusing on tensions with North Korea and the potential impact on Korea's credit rating. It also examines China's influence on Korea's economy, particularly in light of the THAAD deployment. The discussion includes the role of chaebols in Korea's market and the potential effects of chaebol reform on the economy.

What is the current credit rating of Korea, considering the geopolitical risks?

• AA1 with a stable outlook

• AA2 with a stable outlook

• AA3 with a negative outlook

• AA2 with a negative outlook

How has Korean investor sentiment been described in light of geopolitical and domestic challenges?

• Moderately stable

• Significantly weakened

• Surprisingly resilient

• Highly volatile

What is the potential impact of China's actions on the Korean economy according to the transcript?

• Negligible and insignificant

• Severe and long-lasting

• Limited and targeted

• Major and immediate

What percentage of the South Korean market cap is represented by Samsung?

• 10%

• 20%

• 40%

• 30%

What is a potential short-term effect of chaebol reforms in Korea?

• Increased economic growth

• Improved transparency

• Weaker growth

• Enhanced investor confidence