South Korea’s foreign exchange reserves rose in April 2026, signalling a modest strengthening of the country’s external buffer. According to data updated on 6 May 2026, reserves increased to $427.88 billion, up from $423.66 billion recorded in March 2026.
The uptick in reserves suggests that authorities maintained ample capacity to manage currency market volatility and support financial stability. While the increase is incremental, it underlines a continued build-up of foreign assets that could prove valuable amid shifting global interest rate and capital flow conditions.
