#Semiconductor exports

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Panoramic view of a South Korean port with cargo containers

$12.24 Billion Milestone: South Korea Current Account Surplus Hits Historic November High

South Korea posted its largest-ever November current account surplus of $12.24 billion in 2025, driven by a 38.7% surge in semiconductor exports, according to BOK data.

Jan 9, 2026

Samsung Electronics semiconductor production line in Pyeongtaek

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Chips Surge, Wallets Close: South Korea Industrial Output November 2025 Rebounds 0.9%

South Korea's industrial output rose 0.9% in November 2025, powered by a 7.5% surge in semiconductor production. However, retail sales saw a 21-month record drop of 3.3%.

Dec 30, 2025