Yonhap News5/13/2026Business2 min readSouth Korea
S. Korea's 2026 economic growth forecast raised to 2.5 pct
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South Korea's economy is projected to grow 2.5% in 2026, driven by strong semiconductor industry growth and a recovery in domestic consumption.
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South Korea's economy has been facing challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic and global trade tensions.
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By Kang Yoon-seung SEOUL, May 13 (Yonhap) -- The South Korean economy is projected to expand 2.5 percent in 2026, supported by strong growth in the semiconductor industry and a recovery in domestic consumption, a state-run think tank said Wednesday. ...
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