South Korea Exports: First 10 days: YoY: Home Appliances data was reported at -22.400 % in Apr 2025. This records a decrease from the previous number of -18.400 % for Mar 2025. South Korea Exports: First 10 days: YoY: Home Appliances data is updated monthly, averaging 4.550 % from Jan 2017 (Median) to Apr 2025, with 100 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 232.100 % in Oct 2018 and a record low of -76.600 % in Oct 2017. South Korea Exports: First 10 days: YoY: Home Appliances data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Korea Customs Service. The data is categorized under Global Database’s South Korea – Table KR.JA003: Trade Statistics: First 10 Days. [COVID-19-IMPACT]

Inflation Rate in South Korea decreased to 2.10 percent in July from 2.20 percent in June of 2025. This dataset provides the latest reported value for - South Korea Inflation Rate - plus previous releases, historical high and low, short-term forecast and long-term prediction, economic calendar, survey consensus and news.

South Korea Imports: First 10 days: YoY: Machinery data was reported at 10.300 % in Apr 2025. This records an increase from the previous number of -7.400 % for Mar 2025. South Korea Imports: First 10 days: YoY: Machinery data is updated monthly, averaging 2.400 % from Jan 2017 (Median) to Apr 2025, with 100 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 195.500 % in Oct 2018 and a record low of -49.400 % in Oct 2017. South Korea Imports: First 10 days: YoY: Machinery data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Korea Customs Service. The data is categorized under Global Database’s South Korea – Table KR.JA003: Trade Statistics: First 10 Days. [COVID-19-IMPACT]

South Korea Exports: First 10 days: YoY: Passenger Cars data was reported at 11.900 % in Apr 2025. This records an increase from the previous number of 6.200 % for Mar 2025. South Korea Exports: First 10 days: YoY: Passenger Cars data is updated monthly, averaging 13.450 % from Jan 2017 (Median) to Apr 2025, with 100 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 2,001.400 % in Oct 2018 and a record low of -85.700 % in Oct 2017. South Korea Exports: First 10 days: YoY: Passenger Cars data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Korea Customs Service. The data is categorized under Global Database’s South Korea – Table KR.JA003: Trade Statistics: First 10 Days. [COVID-19-IMPACT]

South Korea Exports: First 10 days: YoY: Automotive Parts data was reported at 10.500 % in Apr 2025. This records an increase from the previous number of -7.500 % for Mar 2025. South Korea Exports: First 10 days: YoY: Automotive Parts data is updated monthly, averaging -2.350 % from Jan 2017 (Median) to Apr 2025, with 100 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 629.500 % in Oct 2018 and a record low of -83.800 % in Oct 2017. South Korea Exports: First 10 days: YoY: Automotive Parts data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Korea Customs Service. The data is categorized under Global Database’s South Korea – Table KR.JA003: Trade Statistics: First 10 Days. [COVID-19-IMPACT]

In October 2023, building construction in South Korea saw a rise in the value of completed construction put in place compared to the same month a year before. Value of construction completed, or value of construction put in place (VIP), refers to the estimate of the total value of construction work completed in that month. This measurement allows for clearer measuring of the construction market outside of the number of contracts as literal construction can be delayed due to factors such as a sluggish economy, rise in raw material prices, etc.

South Korea Exports: First 20 days: YoY: Petroleum Products data was reported at 11.400 % in Mar 2020. This records an increase from the previous number of -4.100 % for Feb 2020. South Korea Exports: First 20 days: YoY: Petroleum Products data is updated monthly, averaging 11.400 % from Jul 2016 (Median) to Mar 2020, with 41 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 108.600 % in Oct 2018 and a record low of -38.400 % in Oct 2019. South Korea Exports: First 20 days: YoY: Petroleum Products data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Korea Customs Service. The data is categorized under Global Database’s South Korea – Table KR.JA004: Trade Statistics: First 20 days.

Exports in South Korea increased to 59800 USD Million in June from 57270 USD Million in May of 2025. This dataset provides the latest reported value for - South Korea Exports - plus previous releases, historical high and low, short-term forecast and long-term prediction, economic calendar, survey consensus and news.

Key information about South Korea Consumer Price Index CPI growth

• South Korea Consumer Price Index (CPI) growth was measured at 2.3 % YoY in Jul 2023, compared with a rate of 2.7 % in the previous month.
• South Korea Consumer Price Index growth data is updated monthly, available from Aug 1952 to Jul 2023, with an averaged number of 5.1 % YoY.
• The data reached an all-time high of 122.1 % YoY in Oct 1952 and a record low of -12.0 % YoY in Apr 1958.

South Korea Imports: First 20 days: YoY: Machinery data was reported at -6.300 % in Mar 2020. This records a decrease from the previous number of -4.500 % for Feb 2020. South Korea Imports: First 20 days: YoY: Machinery data is updated monthly, averaging -0.050 % from Apr 2017 (Median) to Mar 2020, with 22 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 26.400 % in Sep 2017 and a record low of -15.900 % in Oct 2019. South Korea Imports: First 20 days: YoY: Machinery data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Korea Customs Service. The data is categorized under Global Database’s South Korea – Table KR.JA004: Trade Statistics: First 20 days.

The size of the Photoresist Market was valued at USD 343.4 Million in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 499.54 Million by 2033, with an expected CAGR of 5.50% during the forecast period. The photoresist market is growing rapidly because of the demand for advanced technologies, especially in the semiconductor and electronics industries. Photoresists are light-sensitive materials used in photolithography processes that are essential in the production of integrated circuits, microchips, and other microelectronic components. As the semiconductor industry expands to meet the demands of modern electronics, the need for high-quality photoresists has skyrocketed. These materials form the basis for the intricate patterns on silicon wafers used in making smaller and more powerful devices. The Asia Pacific region dominates the photoresist market primarily because of the strong semiconductor manufacturing base in the region. The countries include China, Japan, and South Korea. North America is also witnessing significant growth due to advancements in technology and growing demand for high-performance materials. The growing demand for consumer electronics, including smartphones, tablets, and wearable devices, further propels the growth of the photoresist market. Recent developments include: December 2022: A novel photo-imageable dielectric (PID) dry film material that may be applied to advanced semiconductor packaging was introduced by DuPont under the brand name CYCLOTENE advanced electronics resins. These new packaging technologies offer higher levels of integration, shorter interconnect paths, and more I/Os; however, to achieve high functionality, performance, and reliability, you need dependable dielectric materials with good resolution, low moisture uptake, and superior thermal stability., October 2022: JSR Electronic Materials Korea's whole equity has been bought by JSR Corporation. The joint venture was established in 2014 by the Japanese business and Peri Corp., a distributor of chemical materials based in South Korea. Industry sources claim that the increase in the equity ratio will speed up South Korea's manufacturing of semiconductor materials and research and development.. Notable trends are: Rising need for electronics is driving the market growth.

South Korea GDP Nowcast: sa: YoY: Contribution: Energy: Retail Price: Petroleum Product: Diesel data was reported at 1.244 % in 12 May 2025. This records an increase from the previous number of 1.223 % for 05 May 2025. South Korea GDP Nowcast: sa: YoY: Contribution: Energy: Retail Price: Petroleum Product: Diesel data is updated weekly, averaging 0.000 % from Jan 2019 (Median) to 12 May 2025, with 332 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 2.154 % in 07 Apr 2025 and a record low of 0.000 % in 21 Oct 2024. South Korea GDP Nowcast: sa: YoY: Contribution: Energy: Retail Price: Petroleum Product: Diesel data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by CEIC Data. The data is categorized under Global Database’s South Korea – Table KR.CEIC.NC: CEIC Nowcast: Gross Domestic Product (GDP).

South Korea GDP Nowcast: sa: YoY: Contribution: Business Cycle Indicators data was reported at 40.087 % in 12 May 2025. This records a decrease from the previous number of 40.173 % for 05 May 2025. South Korea GDP Nowcast: sa: YoY: Contribution: Business Cycle Indicators data is updated weekly, averaging 26.114 % from Jan 2019 (Median) to 12 May 2025, with 332 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 40.952 % in 28 Apr 2025 and a record low of 14.637 % in 24 Oct 2022. South Korea GDP Nowcast: sa: YoY: Contribution: Business Cycle Indicators data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by CEIC Data. The data is categorized under Global Database’s South Korea – Table KR.CEIC.NC: CEIC Nowcast: Gross Domestic Product (GDP).

South Korea GDP Nowcast: sa: YoY: Contribution: Energy data was reported at 2.015 % in 12 May 2025. This records a decrease from the previous number of 2.024 % for 05 May 2025. South Korea GDP Nowcast: sa: YoY: Contribution: Energy data is updated weekly, averaging 3.107 % from Jan 2019 (Median) to 12 May 2025, with 332 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 7.567 % in 25 Sep 2023 and a record low of 0.000 % in 21 Oct 2024. South Korea GDP Nowcast: sa: YoY: Contribution: Energy data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by CEIC Data. The data is categorized under Global Database’s South Korea – Table KR.CEIC.NC: CEIC Nowcast: Gross Domestic Product (GDP).

South Korea Imports: First 20 days: YoY: Petroleum Products data was reported at 43.300 % in Mar 2020. This records a decrease from the previous number of 52.100 % for Feb 2020. South Korea Imports: First 20 days: YoY: Petroleum Products data is updated monthly, averaging 27.600 % from Aug 2018 (Median) to Mar 2020, with 13 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 81.200 % in Aug 2018 and a record low of -37.000 % in Oct 2019. South Korea Imports: First 20 days: YoY: Petroleum Products data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Korea Customs Service. The data is categorized under Global Database’s South Korea – Table KR.JA004: Trade Statistics: First 20 days.

According to a survey conducted in South Korea in the second week of December 2024, only ** percent of respondents approved of President Yoon Suk Yeol's performance in office, while ** percent disapproved. These figures represent his lowest approval and highest disapproval ratings since taking office. Public opinion on President Yoon’s policies President Yoon's approval ratings began a downward trend shortly after he won the presidential election in March 2022. Since then, his policies – particularly in economic management and public appointments – have faced widespread criticism. According to a survey conducted in December 2024, more than ** percent of respondents disapproved of his economic policies and expressed dissatisfaction with his government appointments. Impeachment of President Yoon The short-lived declaration of martial law and deployment of armed troops to the National Assembly on December 3, 2024, marked a critical turning point in Yoon’s presidency. This unprecedented move, the first of its kind in 45 years, sparked outrage across the country. Subsequently, the National Assembly passed an impeachment bill on December 14, 2024, suspending Yoon from office. On April 4, 2025, South Korea's Constitutional Court upheld the National Assembly's vote, resulting in Yoon's immediate removal from office. Meanwhile, separate investigations into insurrection charges resulted in Yoon's arrest on January 15, 2025, making him the first sitting South Korean president to be arrested. Just days later, on January 26, Yoon was formally indicted on charges of insurrection. On March 7, 2025, the Seoul Central District Court canceled his arrest warrant, and Yoon was released from detention the following day.

South Korea Imports: First 20 days: YoY: Gas data was reported at 5.000 % in Feb 2020. This records an increase from the previous number of -2.700 % for Jan 2020. South Korea Imports: First 20 days: YoY: Gas data is updated monthly, averaging 23.200 % from May 2017 (Median) to Feb 2020, with 25 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 103.000 % in Sep 2018 and a record low of -39.100 % in Oct 2019. South Korea Imports: First 20 days: YoY: Gas data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Korea Customs Service. The data is categorized under Global Database’s South Korea – Table KR.JA004: Trade Statistics: First 20 days.

South Korea GDP Nowcast: sa: YoY: Contribution: Business Cycle Indicators: SAI: sa: Arts, Sports & Leisure (AS) data was reported at 2.478 % in 12 May 2025. This records a decrease from the previous number of 2.488 % for 05 May 2025. South Korea GDP Nowcast: sa: YoY: Contribution: Business Cycle Indicators: SAI: sa: Arts, Sports & Leisure (AS) data is updated weekly, averaging 4.556 % from Jan 2019 (Median) to 12 May 2025, with 332 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 11.198 % in 29 Jun 2020 and a record low of 0.508 % in 24 Oct 2022. South Korea GDP Nowcast: sa: YoY: Contribution: Business Cycle Indicators: SAI: sa: Arts, Sports & Leisure (AS) data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by CEIC Data. The data is categorized under Global Database’s South Korea – Table KR.CEIC.NC: CEIC Nowcast: Gross Domestic Product (GDP).

South Korea Consumer Price Index (CPI): All Cities: YoY: Communication data was reported at 0.100 % in Apr 2025. This stayed constant from the previous number of 0.100 % for Mar 2025. South Korea Consumer Price Index (CPI): All Cities: YoY: Communication data is updated monthly, averaging -0.800 % from Jan 1986 (Median) to Apr 2025, with 472 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 12.100 % in Oct 2021 and a record low of -14.100 % in Oct 2020. South Korea Consumer Price Index (CPI): All Cities: YoY: Communication data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Statistics Korea. The data is categorized under Global Database’s South Korea – Table KR.I: Consumer Price Index: 2020=100.

Korea Retail Sales: Major Department Stores: Total data was reported at 1.200 % in Oct 2018. This records a decrease from the previous number of 4.700 % for Sep 2018. Korea Retail Sales: Major Department Stores: Total data is updated monthly, averaging 3.200 % from Oct 2000 (Median) to Oct 2018, with 217 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 24.000 % in Jan 2011 and a record low of -17.300 % in Dec 2002. Korea Retail Sales: Major Department Stores: Total data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy. The data is categorized under Global Database’s South Korea – Table KR.H019: Retail Sales: YoY%.