South Korea Exports Surge 54% Led by Semiconductor Boom

South Korea's exports surged 54% year-on-year in early July 2026, driven by semiconductor exports jumping 193% to $11.2 billion and accounting for 37.6% of total exports. The country posted a $6.4 billion trade surplus, with semiconductor demand from the US, China, and Vietnam fuelling record export volumes.

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