FX.co ★ South Korea Trade Surplus Above Estimates

In October 2025, South Korea's trade surplus expanded significantly to USD 6.06 billion, compared to USD 3.15 billion in October of the previous year. This increase exceeded market expectations, which anticipated a surplus of USD 2.98 billion, as per preliminary data. Exports saw a 3.6% year-on-year increase, albeit at a slower pace compared to the 12.7% jump observed in September, marking the fifth straight month of export growth. On the other hand, imports decreased by 1.5%, a reversal from the 8.2% increase witnessed in September, and contrary to market predictions of a 1.4% decline.