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    KRW to USD 2025 Forecasts

    Analysis of recent South Korean won → dollar forecasts for 2025. We collate forecasts from respected FX analysts together with the latest South Korean won to US dollar performance and trends.

     

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    Recent analyses of the KRW to USD exchange rate indicate a bearish outlook for the South Korean won amid ongoing U.S. trade tensions and internal political instability in South Korea. The U.S. dollar, having extended its losses following disappointing inflation data, is further weakened by President Trump's criticism of the Federal Reserve and calls for lower interest rates. As the market anticipates additional pressure from upcoming U.S. retail sales figures, the dollar's performance could be hindered further.

    Experts note that the implications of Trump's tariff policies, including a significant 25% tariff on South Korean goods, are likely to dampen market sentiment. This has contributed to a challenging environment for emerging Asian currencies, including the won. The fallout from South Korea's political crisis, marked by President Yoon Suk Yeol's temporary imposition of martial law, has also exacerbated the situation. The swift political resolution did help the won recover some lost ground, but analysts remain cautious amid fears of longer-term instability that could impact South Korea’s sovereign-debt rating.

    The KRW is currently trading at 0.000715, which is 2.7% above its three-month average of 0.000696, demonstrating some resilience despite the volatility seen in the recent weeks — a range of 8.2% from 0.000672 to 0.000727. Market observers forecast that the combination of higher tariffs, potential recession signals in the U.S., and the geopolitical risks surrounding North Korea and regional dynamics will keep volatility high.

    The overall sentiment toward the won suggests that while short-term recoveries may occur, underlying pressures from external tariffs and domestic political issues could maintain a downward trajectory for the currency against the dollar. Analysts recommend that stakeholders stay vigilant about both U.S. economic signals and the political climate in South Korea, as these will significantly influence the KRW/USD exchange rate in the near term.

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    KRW to USD Market Data

    South Korean won (KRW) to US dollar (USD) market data - latest interbank exchange rate, trend, chart & historic rates.

     
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    KRW to USD at 0.000715 is 2.7% above its 3-month average of 0.000696, having traded in a fairly volatile 8.2% range from 0.000672 to 0.000727
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    DateKRW/USDPeriod
    03 May 2025
    0.000714
    2 Week
    16 Feb 2025
    0.000694
    3 Month
    17 May 2024
    0.000738
    1 Year
    18 May 2020
    0.000816
    5 Year
    20 May 2015
    0.000913
    10 Year
    22 May 2005
    0.000998
    20 Year
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