Monthly Economic Trends KDI Monthly Economic Trends 2026. 5 May 12, 2026
- Summary
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■ The Korean economy is recovering, supported by a sharp increase in semiconductor exports and improving services activity. ○ Exports are growing at a high rate, led by semiconductors, while domestic demand continues to improve. - With export prices surging on strong semiconductor conditions, export volumes also increased at a relatively high rate. - Equipment investment continues to expand strongly and consumption is still on a recovery path, although construction investment remains somewhat sluggish. ○ Downside risks to economic activity persist amid the ongoing war in the Middle East. - Consumer price inflation accelerated as disruptions to crude oil shipments pushed up production costs, while inflation expectations also rose.
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Major Economic Indicators
Summary and Assessment
Major Indicators of the Korean Economy
1. Gross Domestic Product(at 2020 Constant Prices)
2. Economic Activity
3. Consumption
4. Equipment Investment
5. Construction Investment
6-1. Exports, Imports and Terms of Trade
6-2. Current Account and Financial Account
7. Employment and Wage
8. Price Indices
9-1. Financial Market (I)
9-2. Financial Market (II)
10. Housing Market
11-1. Major Indicators of the World Economy (I)
11-2. Major Indicators of the World Economy (II)
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