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GeopoliticsMediumUpdated•Originally published 1 July 2026•Updated 1 July 2026•
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US House report says South Korea violated trade deal by discriminating against Coupang

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Key Facts

1The House Judiciary Committee report found that the South Korean government acted in a discriminatory manner toward Coupang and other U.S. companies, violating a trade agreement negotiated last year by President Donald Trump.

In a development that heightens trade tensions between the United States and South Korea, the House Judiciary Committee concluded in a report that the South Korean government discriminated against Coupang (CPNG) and other US companies, breaching a trade agreement negotiated last year under former President Donald Trump. The findings were reported by CNBC, citing official sources.

The report lands as Coupang shares closed at $17.37 on June 30, with an intraday range of $17 to $17.61. The findings add to concerns that Seoul's policies could chill the investment climate for US tech firms in Asia, especially after South Korea's business confidence index fell to 79 in June, missing forecasts.

Investors are now watching for any diplomatic backlash or retaliatory trade measures. Possible US actions could include tariffs or trade restrictions, which may pressure Coupang's stock near the low end of its daily range. Markets also await official statements from the White House or the US Trade Representative on next steps.