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flag South Korea hit a record $13.26 billion current account surplus in January 2026, fueled by surging exports and strong investment returns.

flag South Korea recorded a record $13.26 billion current account surplus in January 2026, the 33rd consecutive month of surplus, driven by a 30% year-on-year surge in exports, especially semiconductors and vehicles, reaching $65.51 billion, while imports rose 7%. flag The goods trade surplus hit $15.17 billion, the third-largest on record, and the primary income account posted a $2.72 billion surplus from foreign investment returns. flag The services account showed a $3.8 billion deficit, mainly due to travel expenses, and the financial account had a net outflow of $5.63 billion, reflecting increased overseas and foreign direct investment.

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