## News Summary for Today (January 15, 2025) * **KOSPI Weakens**: The KOSPI turns downward amid aftereffects of strong dollar movements from U.S. employment data and concerns over North Korean provocations. * **Lunar New Year Holiday Extended**: The government designates January 27 as a temporary public holiday, extending the Lunar New Year holiday period to six days. * **Gasoline Prices Rise**: Domestic average gasoline prices exceed 1,700 won per liter for the first time in five months due to high exchange rates and rising international oil prices. * **Gold Prices Soar**: Demand for gold as a safe-haven asset increases amid political and exchange rate uncertainties, driving gold prices upward.