South Korean President Lee Jae-myung publicly denounced what he termed “advance trading by journalists,” accusing them of manipulating stock prices for personal profit. He warned against such practices, stating they lead to ruinous market manipulation. The criticism stems from allegations that a journalist at an unnamed news outlet published favorable articles about specific stocks, subsequently benefiting from the resulting price increases. President Lee’s remarks, made on the 13th, signal a strong stance against unethical conduct within the media and potential financial misconduct. The president specifically used strong language, equating the practice to actions that could lead to financial devastation. This incident raises concerns about journalistic integrity and the potential for abuse of media influence in the South Korean stock market. Further investigation into the alleged activities is anticipated.