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South Korean won (KRW) Market Update, Forecast & Key Drivers

Latest South Korean won news, forecasts and analysis. See what’s driving KRW exchange rates right now, including central-bank policy, global risk sentiment and major economic events.

 

KRW Market Update

22 Apr 2026 • 00:33 GMT

KRW/USD 0.000673

The South Korean won (KRW) has dipped to its seven-day lows against the US dollar, trading near 0.000673. This move places the KRW about 1% below its three-month average of 0.00068. Despite these recent declines, the currency has stayed within a stable trading range, between 0.000659 and 0.000701.

The US dollar has shown some strength recently, supported by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and cautious signals from the Federal Reserve. These factors have helped the USD rebound slightly, impacting emerging market currencies like the KRW. While the KRW remains relatively stable, ongoing global developments and US monetary policy updates could influence its next moves.

Investors should keep an eye on geopolitical events, trade data, and South Korea’s economic indicators, as these will shape the KRW's trajectory in the coming weeks. In the short term, the currency’s declines against the dollar and other major currencies appear limited, but broader market trends remain key to understanding future movements.

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US dollar to South Korean won - USD/KRW Trend

 
USD to KRW is at 7-day highs near 1487, 1.0% above its 3-month average of 1472, having traded in a relatively stable 6.4% range from 1427 to 1518
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