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South Korea Exports Hit Record $61 Billion in November

12/2/2025

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South Korea's exports reached a record $61.04 billion in November 2025.
Exports rose 8.4% from a year earlier.
The trade surplus was $9.7 billion, the highest since 2017.
Semiconductor exports, driven by strong demand in AI, surged 38.6%, surpassing annual records.
Local stocks and the won weakened on negative sentiment from U.S. futures.

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South Korea's exports reached a record $61.04 billion in November 2025.
Exports rose 8.4% from a year earlier.
The trade surplus was $9.7 billion, the highest since 2017.
Semiconductor exports, driven by strong demand in AI, surged 38.6%, surpassing annual records.
Local stocks and the won weakened on negative sentiment from U.S. futures.