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Korean Won Advances Past Key Psychological Level of 1,400 Per Dollar

Wednesday, August 19, 2026


The South Korean won strengthened to above 1,400 per dollar for the first time in more than 10 months. The currency's advance coincides with increased demand for South Korean semiconductors in global markets.

Original reporting: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-08-19/korean-won-advances-past-key-psychological-level-of-1-400-per-dollar

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