Korean companies fear Trump's impact on clean energy investments

Manufacturers poured tens of billions into the U.S. to benefit from Biden incentives

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LG Energy Solution, Hyundai Motor and SK On are among the many Korean firms that have invested in the U.S. since the IRA was signed into law in 2022.  © Reuters

KIM JAEWON and PAK YIU, Nikkei staff writers

SEOUL/NEW YORK -- The prospect of a second U.S. presidential term for Donald Trump is sowing concern among leading South Korean executives who fear that his election could threaten investments in the U.S. spurred by clean-energy incentives offered during Joe Biden's administration.

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