S. Korean currency's weakness against U.S. dollar

S. Korean currency's weakness against U.S. dollar

A financial data screen in the dealing room of Hana Bank in Seoul on March 16, 2026, shows the U.S. dollar against the Korean won having gained 1.50 won to reach 1,495.20 won in early trading. The South Korean currency fell past the 1,500-won level against the U.S. dollar for the first time in 17 years as global oil prices surged amid heightened tensions in the Middle East. (Yonhap)

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