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South Korean Won Plummets, Risks $50 Billion Dollar Sales

11/25/2025

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The South Korean won fell to 1,479 per dollar, the lowest since April, as funds shift overseas ahead of the Bank of Korea's decision.
The decline raises the risk of dollar sales by the National Pension Service (NPS), potentially up to $50 billion if the won hits 1,480.
Economists say the current level may become the "new normal," with the Bank of Korea expected to keep rates unchanged.

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The South Korean won fell to 1,479 per dollar, the lowest since April, as funds shift overseas ahead of the Bank of Korea's decision.
The decline raises the risk of dollar sales by the National Pension Service (NPS), potentially up to $50 billion if the won hits 1,480.
Economists say the current level may become the "new normal," with the Bank of Korea expected to keep rates unchanged.