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flag South Korea hit a record $123 billion current account surplus in 2025, fueled by booming semiconductor exports and lower energy costs.

flag South Korea recorded a record $123.05 billion current account surplus in 2025, driven by a surge in semiconductor and IT product exports, falling energy prices, and strong foreign investment. flag The surplus, up from $99.97 billion in 2024, was fueled by a 43.1% year-on-year increase in semiconductor exports and a 13.1% rise in December goods exports. flag The country posted a 32-month consecutive surplus streak, with December’s monthly surplus reaching $18.7 billion. flag While imports rose slightly, raw material costs dropped sharply, and capital inflows surged. flag The Bank of Korea cited the semiconductor boom and lower oil prices as key factors, though risks remain from global trade and geopolitical tensions.

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