South Korea's chip exports surge past $32B in March, doubling year-over-year

Source: Nikkei

South Korea's semiconductor exports reached $32.83 billion in March 2026, a 151.4% year-over-year increase, with total monthly exports hitting a record $86.13 billion. The surge reflects recovering demand for chips after prior market weakness, positioning South Korea as a dominant player in the global semiconductor supply chain.