Economy
Information related to the North Korea economic sector
The real message of Xi’s summit with Kim Jong Un was what they didn’t say
Two sides closed chapter of tense ties by ignoring denuclearization, as North Korea won de facto acceptance of its nukes
June 9, 2026
Why North Korea’s currency is hemorrhaging value at unprecedented levels
Exchange rate has soared on the back of trade rebound and wage hikes, potentially squeezing citizens with higher costs
June 8, 2026
North Korea in May 2026: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from May 1 to May 31, 2026
June 3, 2026
Kim Jong Un renews vow for ‘radical’ improvement to rural living conditions
North Korean leader spotlights ‘20x10’ rural development push in visit to Sinuiju greenhouse farm
June 1, 2026
North Korea’s spring drought had only limited impact on crops, data suggests
Satellite data reveals lower soil moisture but strong vegetation growth, pointing to improved irrigation methods
June 1, 2026
North Korea imports $4M worth of Russian rye wheat flour through April: Data
Russia reports the DPRK has been the fourth-largest buyer of the grain product this year
May 29, 2026
North Korean showroom selling Lexus, Mercedes luxury cars for up to $250K
NK Pro confirms recent models on display despite sanctions on vehicle imports, often at double the international price
May 28, 2026
North Korea bans smoking while driving, jaywalking, walking pets without collar
State TV report on revisions to traffic law may reflect growing problems from boom in private car ownership
May 26, 2026
North Korea builds first large-scale solar farm to address ‘energy problem’
Satellite imagery shows facility covers 25 acres in southern coastal city, amid push to diversify power production
May 25, 2026
North Korea’s chance to win $1 million soccer prize may come with caveats
Prize winnings in sports are 'more complicated' to identify and occupy a 'gray area' in sanctions, experts said
May 22, 2026
