Energy shock dampens Korean activity, but probably only temporarily
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ASIA/PACIFIC: South Korea’s all-industry output fell for the first time in three months in April as the energy shock hurt the entire economy -- from manufacturing to services to construction to consumption. While some sectors may remain under pressure, we cautiously expect a rebo
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The desk interprets South Korea's declining export figures as a reflection of broader uncertainties impacting the economy, notably in semiconductor sales and export dynamics. Per the full note from UBS, while overall exports fell due to calendar-adjusted working days, semiconductor exports remain a bright spot, suggesting resilience amid weakened exports to primary markets like the U.S. and China. The commentary indicates potential long-term effects of increasing costs associated with skilled migrant labor in the U.S., which could stifle productivity. As no high-impact events for South Korea are on the horizon, focus remains on ongoing central bank comments for broader economic signals.