Category: korea

  • South Korea’s Employment Trends for October 2023

    The Korean Statistical Office has released the employment trends for October 2023, providing insights into the nation’s labor market. Here are the key highlights: 1. Employment Rate (Ages 15-64): 2. Unemployment Rate: 3. Employment Growth: https://kostat.go.kr/board.es?mid=a10301010000&bid=210&act=view&list_no=428031&tag=&nPage=1&ref_bid=203,204,205,206,207,210,211,11109,11113,11814,213,215,214,11860,11695,216,218,219,220,10820,11815,11895,11816,208,245,222,223,225,226,227,228,229,230,11321,232,233,234,12029,10920,11469,11470,11817,236,237,11471,238,240,241,11865,243,244,11893,11898,12031,11825,246

  • Korea’s Consumer Price Trends – October 2023

    The Korean Statistical Office (통계청) has released the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for October 2023, reflecting a 0.3% increase compared to the previous month and a 3.8% increase from the same period last year. Key Highlights: https://kostat.go.kr/board.es?mid=a10301010000&bid=213&act=view&list_no=427792&tag=&nPage=1&ref_bid=203,204,205,206,207,210,211,11109,11113,11814,213,215,214,11860,11695,216,218,219,220,10820,11815,11895,11816,208,245,222,223,225,226,227,228,229,230,11321,232,233,234,12029,10920,11469,11470,11817,236,237,11471,238,240,241,11865,243,244,11893,11898,12031,11825,246

  • South Korea Releases Comprehensive Pension Statistics for 2016-2021

    South Korea’s Statistics Office, in support of addressing elderly poverty and sustainable welfare reform, has unveiled comprehensive pension statistics covering the years 2016 to 2021. The development and publication of these statistics aim to provide insights into the pension landscape, focusing on the elderly’s current pension reception and the younger generation’s pension enrollment status. Key…

  • Korea’s September Internal Migration Records a Marginal Dip with Varied Regional Trends

    The Statistics Korea has released the internal migration data for September 2023, shedding light on the movement patterns within the country. Key Findings: Implications and Further Analysis: The dip in overall migration suggests a nuanced demographic landscape, with certain regions attracting more residents, while others experience a net migration loss. This data can serve as…

  • Korea’s Employment Landscape in August 2023: Insights from Economic Activity Survey

    The latest data from the Statistics Korea reveals key insights into the economic activities of the population, particularly focusing on employment patterns in August 2023. Here are the highlights: 1. Overall Employment Trends: 2. Types of Employment: 3. Gender Disparities: 4. Age Distribution: 5. Proportion of Non-Regular Workers: https://kostat.go.kr/board.es?mid=a10301010000&bid=210&act=view&list_no=427625&tag=&nPage=1&ref_bid=203,204,205,206,207,210,211,11109,11113,11814,213,215,214,11860,11695,216,218,219,220,10820,11815,11895,11816,208,245,222,223,225,226,227,228,229,230,11321,232,233,234,12029,10920,11469,11470,11817,236,237,11471,238,240,241,11865,243,244,11893,11898,12031,11825,246

  • Fluctuations in Livestock Farming, Q3 2023 Results Revealed

    The Korean Statistical Office released the results of the Livestock Trends Survey for the third quarter of 2023. According to the press release, as of September 1, 2023, there were various changes in the livestock numbers compared to the same period last year. These findings suggest a dynamic landscape in the livestock sector, with both…

  • Insights from Korea’s Employment Survey: First Half of 2023

    The Korean Statistical Office has released key findings from the Employment Survey for the first half of 2023, shedding light on the characteristics of employed individuals based on industry and occupation. Employment by Industry: Employment by Occupation: Industry Composition by Major Field of Study: Occupational Composition by Wage Level: This data provides a comprehensive snapshot…

  • South Korea’s Employment Trends in September 2023

    The Korean Statistical Office has released the employment trends for September 2023, aiming to inform the public about key statistical data and activities. Key Highlights: https://kostat.go.kr/board.es?mid=a10301010000&bid=210&act=view&list_no=427512&tag=&nPage=1&ref_bid=203,204,205,206,207,210,211,11109,11113,11814,213,215,214,11860,11695,216,218,219,220,10820,11815,11895,11816,208,245,222,223,225,226,227,228,229,230,11321,232,233,234,12029,10920,11469,11470,11817,236,237,11471,238,240,241,11865,243,244,11893,11898,12031,11825,246

  • Online Shopping Trends in August 2023: A Snapshot from Korea’s Statistical Agency

    The Korean Statistical Agency has released the latest insights into online shopping trends for the month of August 2023. The data, aimed at informing the public about key activities and statistics, highlights significant developments in the realm of online commerce. Key Highlights: This data reflects the dynamic landscape of online commerce in Korea, emphasizing the…

  • Korea’s Aging Population: Insights from 2023 Statistics

    The Korean Statistics Bureau, under the supervision of Park Soon-ok from the Social Statistics Planning Department, has released the latest statistics on the elderly population in the country. Here are key highlights from the 2023 Elderly Statistics: Special Feature: Life and Consciousness of Elderly Workers I. Population and Household: II. Health: III. Income Security: IV.…

  • South Korea Anticipates a 2.1% Decrease in Rice Production for 2023

    The Korean Statistical Office has released the results of the Rice Production Estimate Survey for 2023. The upcoming year is expected to see a 2.1% reduction in rice production compared to the previous year, with an estimated total of 3.684 million tons. Key Findings: The reduction in rice production is influenced by changes in cultivation…

  • Korea: Population Trends for July 2023 Revealed

    The latest statistics from the Korean Statistical Office shed light on key demographic trends for July 2023. This information, aimed at informing the public about vital national activities, provides insights into population dynamics. Population Highlights for July 2023: These statistics, outlined in the “인구동향” report for July 2023, provide a comprehensive overview of the demographic…

  • South Korea’s Population Dynamics: August 2023

    Statistics Korea has released the results of domestic population movement for August 2023, providing insights into the country’s demographic trends. Key Findings Implications and Analysis The increase in total population movement suggests dynamic shifts in people’s residential choices, potentially influenced by economic opportunities, lifestyle preferences, or other factors. The rise in the population mobility rate…

  • Korea’s Business Landscape in 2022: A Tentative Overview

    The Economic Survey Division of South Korea, led by Pyeon Ho-young, has released preliminary findings from the 2022 National Business Survey. These findings offer insights into the state of businesses and employment in the country as of the end of 2022. Total Number of Businesses and Employees: Businesses and Employees by Characteristic: For detailed information,…

  • Korean Statistical Office and African Development Bank Sign MOU for Statistical Collaboration

    The Korean Statistical Office (KSO), under the leadership of Director Lee Hyeong-il, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the African Development Bank (AfDB) on September 13th in Busan. This collaboration aims to strengthen statistical capacity for sustainable development goals (SDGs) achievement in the African region and support evidence-based decision-making. The AfDB, established in 1964…

  • Daily Price Survey for Chuseok Holiday 2023 Underway

    The Korean Statistical Office (KSO), led by Director Lee Hyeong-il, has initiated a daily price survey for the upcoming Chuseok holiday. This survey will run from September 14th to September 27th, spanning ten days, to provide essential data for the government’s livelihood stability measures. The survey focuses on monitoring daily prices of 35 key items,…

  • 2022 Cause of Death Statistics Revealed: COVID-19 Among Top Three Causes

    The latest statistics on causes of death in 2022 have been released, shedding light on the patterns of mortality during the year. Here are the key findings: For a more in-depth look at the data and detailed statistics, please refer to the attached files. These statistics provide valuable insights into the health trends and challenges…

  • Korean Statistical Office and OECD Co-Host International Conference on Data Innovation

    The Korean Statistical Office, in collaboration with the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), is hosting an international conference on September 21st, at the Walkerhill Hotel in Seoul, under the theme “Novel Data for Economic Resilience.” The conference aims to introduce innovative techniques for timely and accurate statistical reporting using new data sources, such…

  • Korea: Spring Potato Production Soars in 2023

    Sejong, South Korea – The Korean Statistical Office has released the results of the 2023 Spring Potato Production Survey, revealing a significant increase in potato production compared to the previous year. Key Highlights: These statistics indicate a positive trend in the spring potato production sector in Korea for the year 2023. The increased production and…

  • Korea’s July 2023 Domestic Migration Results: Population Movement on the Rise

    The latest statistics on domestic population movement for July 2023 have been released, shedding light on the trends in internal migration within South Korea. Mr. Lee Hyun-jin, head of the Population Trends Department, shared these insights, and the report provides a comprehensive overview of the country’s population dynamics. Here are the key findings: These statistics…