During the first 20 days of November 2025, South Korea's overall export volume experienced an 8.2% year-on-year increase, largely propelled by robust demand for semiconductors. Specifically, semiconductor exports soared by roughly 27%. This remarkable resurgence is attributed to the escalating global demand for artificial intelligence technologies and data centers. Although automotive exports face tariff-related challenges, the successful conclusion of the U.S.-South Korea trade pact is anticipated to ease the burden on exporters and foster steady export expansion.
