US Dallas Fed business activity index for June 0.0, prior 0.4.

SK Hynix said financing for new factory construction will primarily rely on operating cash flow and the company will flexibly adjust financing scale and timing to market conditions. It is exploring multiple financing options, including partnerships with global partners, and said factory sites outside South Korea that meet its criteria may be considered. The company plans phased cleanroom construction and staggered production ramps.

June 22–26 in Beijing, negotiators held the 15th round of second-stage talks on the China–South Korea free trade agreement. Delegations made positive progress on cross-border services, financial services and negative-list market access. Both sides agreed to complete the second-stage negotiations at an early date and to further open services and investment to deliver tangible benefits for firms and citizens.