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K-pop stocks defy South Korea's political and economic woes — as well as Trump tariff threats

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Shares of the four major K-pop companies have gained between 20% and 33% so far this year , outperforming the Kospi 's 5.39% gain and the Kosdaq 's 8.8% rise.

Investor confidence fueled by the expectation that there will be not be tariffs levied on the sector.

A lifting of a ban on Korean culture from China , as well as the return of popular groups ar also expected to help.