KOR : Bullish and Bearish Analyst Opinions

This is very reminiscent of the “WDC is a zero because of neon gas shortage from Ukraine” episode. The impact of higher oil, or more importantly JKM prices, for Korean equities is a real discussion. This helium stuff is not though.

Bloomberg (@business) South Korea’s President Lee Jae Myung highlighted the nation’s $68.2 billion market stabilization program as Seoul grappled with historic volatility https://t.co/UrMyCbcf9R Tweet

1. THE FACT: Japan's fertility rate is approaching 1.0, leading to a projected 75% population drop in two generations without immigration. Similar trends are noted in South Korea, China, Poland, Italy, and Spain. 2. THE BRIDGE: Declining populations lead to reduced labor forces, lower consumption, increased dependency ratios, and potential economic stagnation or contraction. This demographic headwind will negatively impact long-term economic growth and asset valuations in these countries. 3. THE VERDICT: Short equities/ETFs exposed to Japan, South Korea, China, Poland, Italy, and Spain due to severe demographic decline impacting long-term economic prospects.