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Korea's October exports double on chip surge

South Korea's exports more than doubled in the first 20 days of October, reaching a record $61.6 billion, driven by robust semiconductor shipments, according to customs data released Wednesday. The won also extended gains against the U.S. dollar on the strong export performance. Korean media outlets are highlighting the chip-driven export boom as a key economic bright spot, with reports emphasizing the record-breaking figures and the continued upswing in semiconductor demand.

  1. Exports double in 1st 20 days of October on robust chip shipments Korea Times · 2026-10-21
  2. (LEAD) Exports double in 1st 20 days of October on robust chip shipments Yonhap · 2026-10-21
  3. Exports during First 20 Days of October Reach Record $61.6 Billion KBS World · 2026-10-21
  4. S. Korean won extends gains against U.S. dollar on strong exports Yonhap · 2026-10-21

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