Country: KR | Published: 2026-09-22
Seoul's export engine keeps humming, with the first 20 days of September showing a much stronger-than-expected rebound driven by semiconductors, keeping the memory recovery story f
Seoul's export engine keeps humming, with the first 20 days of September showing a much stronger-than-expected rebound driven by semiconductors, keeping the memory recovery story front and center. On the policy side, a Bank of Korea board member said the bank will assess inflation and growth for possible rate hikes, while President Lee is pushing the US to ease North Korea sanctions in exchange for a freeze on nuclear programs. Talks with Washington continue on the investment package and a nuclear stake deal, though agreements remain pending, adding a layer of diplomatic uncertainty around the export-led rally.