
Global Investment Banks Raise South Korea's 2026 Growth Forecast to 3% Amid AI Boom
Major global investment banks have raised their average growth forecast for South Korea's economy in 2026 to 3%, the first time it has reached this level. This upward revision is driven by robust semiconductor exports, spurred by the global artificial intelligence boom. South Korea's exports hit a record $102.25 billion in June, with semiconductors accounting for $44.82 billion.








