The South Korean won plunged to its weakest level in 15 years on Thursday, reflecting heightened economic and political risks. The currency was trading at 1,449.9 per dollar in early onshore trade ...

The Korean won was quoted at 1,427.4 won per dollar, up 6.9 won from the previous session. It marked the highest level since Dec. 10, when the currency was quoted at 1,426.9 won. The won's ...