FX.co ★ S. Korea Posts Current Account Surplus for 10th Month

In February 2025, South Korea achieved a current account surplus of $7.18 billion, continuing its streak of ten consecutive months in surplus, propelled by strong export performance. This figure represents an increase from the $2.94 billion surplus recorded in January and the $6.86 billion surplus in February of the previous year. The goods account posted a substantial $8.18 billion surplus, with exports rising by 3.6% to $53.79 billion and imports growing by 1.3% to $45.61 billion, in comparison to the figures from a year earlier. Conversely, the services account experienced a $3.21 billion deficit, primarily due to shortfalls in travel and other business services. In addition, the primary income account saw a $2.62 billion surplus, attributed to higher equity income, while the secondary income account registered a $0.41 billion deficit.