On the 15th, the won-dollar exchange rate rose slightly compared to the previous day. This seems to be due to some stabilization of uncertainty surrounding the United States' tariff policy.
On this day, the closing price of the won-dollar exchange rate in the Seoul foreign exchange market (based on 3:30 p.m. ) was up 1.4 won from the previous day at 1425.5 won. The exchange rate has been recorded in the 1420 won range for the second consecutive day, following the 14th (1424.10 won).
On this day, the exchange rate started at 1422.0 won, down 2.1 won, and then moved sideways. Around 12:13 p.m., it recorded 1419.8 won, dipping below 1420 won, but reversed course and rose before the market closed.
The won has shown strength following U.S. President Donald Trump's suggestion of possible exemptions on automobile tariffs and U.S. Treasury Minister Scott Bessent mentioned that 'there are negotiations with South Korea next week.'
The value of the dollar is on the decline. The U.S. dollar index, which reflects the value of the dollar against six major currencies, stands at 99.701, remaining below 100 for three trading days. The dollar index has been below 100 for the first time in over three years since April 2022.
At the same time, the won-yen exchange rate stood at 996.99 won per 100 yen. This represents a decrease of 2.24 won compared to the previous day's closing price of 999.23 won at 3:30 p.m. The dollar-yen exchange rate decreased by 0.43 yen to 143.08 yen.