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USD to KRW 2026 Forecasts

Analysis of recent dollar → South Korean won forecasts for 2026. We collate forecasts from respected FX analysts together with the latest US dollar to South Korean won performance and trends.

 

The current market bias for the USD to KRW exchange rate is bearish.

Key drivers include a shift in Federal Reserve policy, with anticipated rate cuts putting downward pressure on the USD. At the same time, the Bank of Korea is addressing inflation concerns due to a weakening KRW, which could further impact the exchange rate. Persistent weakness in the KRW is expected as policies and increased investments from South Korea contribute to a volatile environment.

In the near term, the exchange rate is expected to fluctuate within a stable range, reflecting the current dynamics, given that USD to KRW is just above its three-month average.

An upside risk could emerge if global economic growth shows significant improvement, boosting confidence in the USD. Conversely, a downside risk is present if the Bank of Korea successfully stabilizes the KRW, potentially limiting its depreciation against the USD.

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USD to KRW Market Data

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

 
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USD to KRW at 1457 is just above its 3-month average, having traded in a quite stable 4.5% range from 1417 to 1481
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Exchange rates can vary significantly between different currency exchange providers, so it's important to compare US dollar (USD) to South Korean won (KRW) rates from different sources before making a conversion.

Use our USD to KRW calculator to see how much you could save on your international money transfers. makes it easy to compare the Total Cost you are being charged on Dollar to South Korean won currency rates and the possible savings of using various providers.

 
 

Will the US dollar rise against the South Korean won?

This is always a difficult question as exchange rates are influenced by many factors, so a good method to consider the US dollar vs South Korean won current value is to look the USD/KRW historic rate and change over a range of periods.

The following table looks at the change in the USD to KRW exchange rate over periods from the previous week back to the last 10 years.

DateUSD/KRWChangePeriod
26 Dec 2025
1442.33
1% ▲2 Week
11 Oct 2025
1429.54
1.9% ▲3 Month
09 Jan 2025
1458.87
0.2% ▼1 Year
10 Jan 2021
1093.01
33.2% ▲5 Year
12 Jan 2016
1208.65
20.5% ▲10 Year
14 Jan 2006
987.41
47.5% ▲20 Year
USD/KRW historic rates & change to 09-Jan-2026

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Forecasts disclaimer: Please be advised that the forecasts and analysis of market data presented on BestExchangeRates.com are solely a review and compilation of forecasts from various market experts and economists. These forecasts are not meant to reflect the opinions or views of BestExchangeRates.com or its affiliates, nor should they be construed as a recommendation or advice to engage in any financial transactions. Read more