South Korea’s exports surged in August 2026, with year-over-year growth reaching 68.7%, up from 63.0% in July 2026, according to data updated on 1 September 2026. The figures reflect a continued strengthening in overseas demand compared with the same period a year earlier.
The comparison is based on year-over-year changes, meaning the August 2026 export performance is measured against August 2025, while the July reading was compared with July 2025. The step-up from 63.0% to 68.7% indicates that the momentum in South Korean exports not only remained robust but accelerated further as the third quarter began.
