South Korea's exports surge in June driven by semiconductor boom
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South Korea, Bank of Korea
South Korea
June 2026
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Read our editorial policy- Earlier version 27/1/2026, 6:01:05 AM
South Korea's exports saw significant growth in June, with semiconductor shipments surging 199.5%. The government announced a massive 1,350 trillion won investment plan for chip manufacturing and AI infrastructure. The Bank of Korea is expected to tighten monetary policy due to strong growth and inflation pressures.
- Earlier version 17/1/2026, 3:01:09 AM
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