South Korea’s exports surged 33.9% year-on-year to USD 65.8 billion in January 2026, after a downwardly revised 13.3% in December 2025. It marked the strongest growth in exports since August 2021, mainly boosted by robust demand for semiconductors, the country’s top export item.
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South Korea Export Growth Strongest Since 2021
South Korea’s exports surged 33.9% year-on-year to USD 65.8 billion in January 2026, after a downwardly revised 13.3% in December 2025. It marked the strongest growth in exports since August 2021, mainly boosted by robust demand for semiconductors, the country’s top export item.