Consumer sentiment rises for 2nd month in June on strong exports, stock rally (opens original article in a new tab)

Consumer sentiment in South Korea rose for the second consecutive month in June, driven by strong exports and a stock market rally, according to the Bank of Korea.

• Consumer sentiment index rose to 106.6 in June, up 0.5 points from May
• Strong exports and stock market rally contributed to the increase in consumer sentiment
• Consumer prices rose 3.1% in May, marking the fastest growth in 26 months