Korean Won Hits 17-Year Low Amid Oil Prices, Dollar Surge

Mar 23, 2026 South Korea South Korea Business
Korean Won Hits 17-Year Low Amid Oil Prices, Dollar Surge

Korean Won Hits 17-Year Low Amid Oil Prices and Dollar Surge

Korean Won Hits 17-Year Low Amid Oil Prices, Dollar Surge

The Korean won has reached a 17-year low due to rising oil prices and the strengthening of the US dollar. This significant drop has impacted the country's stock market, with the KOSPI index declining over 6 percent amid global economic uncertainties.

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