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South Korea posts record $120.9 billion exports on chip boom

Original: South Korea just shattered export records with a massive $120.9 billion in September, fueled by a staggering 263% surge

South Korea's exports hit a record $120.9 billion in September, driven by a 263% surge in semiconductor sales that pushed chip exports above $60 billion for the first time. Analysts say the figures mark a definitive end to the memory chip downturn rather than a temporary rebound, underlining Korea's dominance in the global semiconductor supply chain.

Why now: The sharp semiconductor rebound signals the memory chip slump is over, with major implications for the global tech economy.

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• South Korea just shattered export records with a massive $120.9 billion in September, fueled by a staggering 263% surge in semiconductor sales. This isn't just a recovery; it's a definitive end to the memory downturn. As chip exports top $60 billion for the first time, Korea… · asiaai · 4

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