South Korea’s early exports show resilience


The value of shipments increased 7.6% from a year earlier in the first 20 days of August. — Bloomberg

SEOUL: South Korea’s early exports data showed that shipments overseas have held up so far in August despite sweeping US tariffs that continue to weigh on global commerce. 

The value of shipments increased 7.6% from a year earlier in the first 20 days of August, according to data released yesterday by the customs office.

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