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KRW/USD: Korean Won Rises to Highest Since October on Exporters Dollar Sales

Thursday, August 6, 2026


The South Korean won reached its highest exchange rate against the U.S. dollar since October as Korean exporters sold dollars and purchased won. The currency movement reflected demand from companies converting foreign earnings into the local currency. The won's appreciation occurred against the backdrop of normal foreign exchange market activity driven by corporate currency conversions.

Original reporting: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-08-06/krw-usd-korean-won-rises-to-highest-since-october-on-exporters-dollar-sales

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