South Korea 2Q GDP Rises 0.6% Q/Q; Inflation Speeds Up in August

The video discusses the GDP story, noting its alignment with estimates. It highlights current inflation concerns, describing the inflation print as 'nasty' with a 1% month-on-month increase. The CPI data is analyzed, showing a 3.4% year-on-year increase, beating estimates. Excluding food and energy, the core CPI is at 3.3%.

What is the GDP story described as in the video?

• In line with estimates

• Above estimates

• Not mentioned

• Below estimates

What is the main economic concern highlighted in the video?

• Unemployment

• Inflation

• Interest rates

• Trade deficit

By how much did the monthly CPI increase?

• 1.5%

• 0.5%

• 2%

• 1%

What is the yearly CPI rate mentioned in the video?

• 2.4%

• 5.4%

• 3.4%

• 4.4%

What is the core inflation rate when food and energy are excluded?

• 5.3%

• 2.3%

• 3.3%

• 4.3%