Yonhap News01.07.2026Business1 dk okumaSouth Korea
South Korea's Monthly Exports Surpass $100 Billion for First Time in June
En resumen
- South Korea's monthly exports reached a record high of $102.25 billion in June, driven by strong global demand for semiconductors.
- Imports also rose, leading to a trade surplus of $36.15 billion.
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Por qué importa
South Korea's monthly exports have reached a new high in June, surpassing the $100 billion mark for the first time. This surge is attributed to strong global demand for semiconductors.
Tamaño de fuente
SEOUL, July 1 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's monthly exports hit a fresh high by surpassing the US$100 billion mark for the first time in June, amid soaring global demand for semiconductors, data showed Wednesday.
Outbound shipments surged 70.9 percent on-year to $102.25 billion in June, according to the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Resources.
Imports rose 30.1 percent on-year to $66.1 billion, resulting in a trade surplus of $36.15 billion.
Preguntas abiertas
- Will this trend continue in the next months?
- What specific semiconductor types drove the surge?
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