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01.10.202600:00:00UTC+00South Korea’s Trade Surplus Widens Sharply to 49.85B in September 2026

South Korea’s trade balance strengthened significantly in September 2026, with the surplus rising to 49.85B, up from 34.79B recorded in August 2026. The fresh data, updated on 01 October 2026, point to a marked month-on-month improvement in the country’s external position.

The sharp expansion in the trade surplus suggests that export performance outpaced imports over the period, although detailed component figures were not provided. The September result indicates a continuation of South Korea’s solid trade momentum heading into the final quarter of 2026, and will likely be watched closely by markets assessing the health of one of Asia’s key exporting economies.

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