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23 Feb 2026
South Korea’s early exports surge as AI boom fuels chip demand
Summary
South Korea’s exports surged in early February, driven by strong semiconductor demand fueled by the AI boom. Despite fewer working days due to the Lunar New Year holiday, exports rose 47.3% year-on-year, with semiconductors, computer peripherals, and petrochemical products leading the growth. However, auto exports fell due to ongoing adjustments to US tariff policies.