FX.co ★ South Korea Exports Exports Hit New High in October

South Korea’s exports surged 93.7% year-on-year to a new record high of USD 115.3 billion in October 2026, beating market expectations of 93.2% and accelerating from a slightly revised 83.7% increase in September. This marked the fastest growth since January 1974, supported by robust demand for memory chips, according to preliminary data. Exports expanded for the 17th consecutive month, with semiconductor shipments soaring 259% to USD 56.6 billion.