The Producer Price Index (PPI) in South Korea grew by 0.4% month-on-month (MoM) in December, up from 0.3% in November. This index tracks the prices that producers receive, which can indicate possible inflation trends in the economy.

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Exchange Rate And Investment Strategies

In foreign exchange trading, this points to renewed strength in the Korean Won. We are looking at trading strategies that would benefit from a lower USD/KRW exchange rate, such as buying put options with strike prices below the current level of 1,320. During the BOK’s rate hiking cycle in 2021-2022, we saw the Won strengthen significantly once the central bank committed to tackling inflation. The outlook for the KOSPI 200 index is less clear. Higher interest rates could put pressure on stocks, but strong economic data, including a report showing that semiconductor exports rose 11% year-over-year in December 2025, supports the economy. This mixed outlook makes using index option strategies like collars, which limit both losses and gains, a smart way to navigate the coming weeks. Create your live VT Markets account and start trading now.

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