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Bank of Korea warns country's chip exports could fall by up to US$100 billion if AI spending slows

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27 October 2026

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operational-macro

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Semiconductors

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South Korea

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Fusion42 · 27 October 2026 · Fusion42 review

The Bank of Korea warns that South Korean semiconductor exports could drop by up to US$100 billion if major US tech companies reduce AI-related capital spending in 2027, potentially cutting the country's GDP growth by 0.4 percentage points and lowering its current account surplus forecast.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Semiconductors.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

Your South Korean chip business faces a big hit if US tech giants cut AI spending next year. Start diversifying or risk shrinking sales as AI demand hits pause.

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