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South Korea's June $35B chip surplus
Data indicates that South Korea's semiconductor trade surplus reached a record high of approximately $35 billion in June 2026, driven by increased demand for artificial intelligence components and advanced computing. The chip surplus more than tripled the level of the previous year, with semiconductors emerging as a major driver of the country's exports, which rose by 198.8% in August. This sector accounts for over 60% of the growth in external trade. This performance reflects the ongoing strength of the semiconductor cycle and confirms that global demand for AI components supports South Korea’s economy, with expectations of continued export growth and the sector primarily directing economic growth through the semiconductor industry.
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