South Korea’s industrial production growth eased in July 2026, slowing to 3.6% year-over-year from a robust 5.8% expansion in June, according to data updated on 30 August 2026. The figures reflect a moderation in momentum after a stronger performance in the previous month.
The data are based on year-over-year comparisons, with July’s result measuring the change against July of the prior year, while June’s 5.8% figure compared output to June a year earlier. Although growth has decelerated, the industrial sector remains in expansion territory, suggesting that activity is still improving compared with last year, albeit at a slower pace.
