Sarah ChenE-Tailing
Seoul High Court Clears Coupang Probe Amid $350 Billion US Talks
FTC Chairman Ju Biung-ghi vowed to review agency rules to prevent delays after the court dismissed the US-headquartered retailer’s injunction bid.
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Rajiv MenonE-Tailing
Coupang Reaches 34.5 Billion Dollars in Sales as Margin Squeeze Drags Valuation
South Korea’s dominant e-commerce operator faces thin 0.6 percent net margins and regulatory pressure after generating 208 million dollars in full-year profit.
Wei ZhangFinance
Global Used ETF Managers Court South Korea as Retail Assets Hit 25 Percent
Overseas fund issuers are pitching directly to Seoul investors after tighter domestic trading rules and heavy semiconductor turnover sent billions into foreign funds.
Aiko TanakaFood
Sajo Seafood Buys Hines Cold Chain Shed in Greater Seoul for $65M
The Korean tuna processor agreed to acquire the 487,258-square-foot Hwaseong warehouse from Hines and Pebblestone Asset Management to expand its metropolitan distribution network.
Wei ZhangGeneral
Korea’s Chief Trade Negotiator Dismissed Amid Escalating US Tariff Pressure
South Korea’s chief trade negotiator, Yeo Han-koo, has been dismissed from his position. This development comes as Seoul faces increasing tariff demands from the United States, alongside ongoing trade disputes and investment commitments.
Rajiv MenonE-Tailing
Coupang’s Financial Rollercoaster: From Massive Profits to Significant Losses Amidst Data Breach Crisis
Coupang, the South Korean e-commerce giant, reported a revenue of US$8.9 billion and a loss of $570 million for the second quarter. The loss is a significant reversal from the same period last year, which saw an operating income of $149 million and a marginal…
Rajiv MenonE-Tailing
Coupang Suffers Q2 Loss Amid South Korean Data Breach Fines, Despite Rising Sales
E-commerce heavyweight, Coupang, experienced a marked downturn in the second quarter, with a considerable net loss despite an uptick in sales. This negative financial impact was primarily due to substantial penalties linked to a massive data breach in South…
Wei ZhangE-Tailing
Inferno Engulfs Coupang Warehouse: 52-hour Blaze Sparks Major Evacuation in Seoul
A significant fire broke out at Coupang’s No. 32 logistics center located in Incheon, west of Seoul, prompting an evacuation of surrounding businesses and factories due to structural collapse concerns. The fire, which originated on the building’s sixth floor…
Sarah ChenE-Tailing
South Korea Slaps Coupang with Record $409M Fine Over Unprecedented Data Breach
South Korea has handed down a massive fine of 625 billion won (US$409.30 million) to e-commerce behemoth, Coupang. This follows an extensive breach of customer information and illicit collection of personal data, marking the country’s most substantial data…
Wei ZhangE-Tailing
Coupang Bounces Back: Q1 Shows Promising Growth Amidst Ongoing Recovery Efforts
Coupang, the South Korean e-commerce giant, has made a steady start to Fiscal Year 2026, according to its first quarter results. The data indicates a slow but steady recovery following disruptions experienced towards the end of last year. Stronger Financial…
Rajiv MenonE-Tailing
Coupang’s Q4 Revenue Takes a Hit Following Major Data Breach: Analysts’ Insight and Predictions
E-commerce behemoth, Coupang, endured a significant blow following a data breach in South Korea, leading to a loss in its fourth quarter. The company’s profits plummeted and its revenue failed to meet analyst predictions, reflecting the extensive impact of…
Rajiv MenonE-Tailing
US Investors Seek Govt. Probe into South Korea over Alleged Unfair Treatment Post Coupang’s Data Breach
Two prominent American investors in South Korean e-commerce giant, Coupang Inc., have lodged formal complaints with the US government. They are seeking an investigation into what they perceive as prejudiced actions by the South Korean government against the…
Minjun ParkE-Tailing
Coupang in Hot Water: US Investor Lawsuit Challenges South Korea’s E-commerce Giant over Massive Data Breach
South Korea’s major e-commerce entity, Coupang, is facing a class-action lawsuit from investors in a US court over alleged violations of securities laws. The lawsuit is in relation to a significant cybersecurity breach that led to the exposure of personal…
Rajiv MenonE-Tailing
Coupang CEO Steps Down Amidst South Korea’s Largest Data Breach Scandal: Security Measures Revamped
In light of a severe data breach, one of the most significant in South Korea’s history, Coupang Corp’s CEO, Park Dae-jun, has resigned. The cyberattack exposed the personal details of approximately 33.7 million customers, including their names, email…
Maria SantosElectronics
Coupang Executives Under Scrutiny for Stock Sales Post-Major Data Breach: A Potential Insider Trading Scandal?
Concern is mounting over potential insider trading at Coupang, following the sale of company stock by two senior executives occurring after a massive data breach and before its public acknowledgment. Executives Sell Shares After Data Breach On November 10,…
Sarah ChenE-Tailing
Coupang Data Breach: Unmasked Details of 33 Million Customers Sparks Privacy Fears
Increased apprehension has gripped South Korea following a significant data leak at e-commerce giant, Coupang. Officials have indicated that this breach could have been overlooked for an extended period. Scale of Data Leakage Coupang, a United States-listed…