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South Korea posts record semiconductor exports in August, topping $15 billion, up nearly a third from 2024, despite U.S. tariff pressure. Strong Chinese demand and tariff exemptions on chips drove the surge, pushing overall exports to a historic $58.4 billion for the month. Exports to the U.S. fell 12% to $8.74 billion as steel, auto, and machinery faced higher tariffs. Meanwhile, autos ($5.5 billion) and shipbuilding ($3.14 billion) also marked their best-ever August performance.
Monday, 1 September, 2025