Trade Balance

South Korea's KOSPI dropped 1.7% on July 1, marking the steepest regional decline despite a 65% gain over the Q2. June exports surged 70.9% YoY, imports rose 30.1%, widening the trade surplus to $36.1

India's steel production showed steady growth with crude steel output at 14.1 Mt in May 2026, up 1.9% YoY, while finished steel consumption grew 9.3%. The country became a net importer of finished ste

India's current account improved from a US$4.8 billion deficit in April 2025 to a US$4.7 billion surplus in April 2026, marking a notable reversal. Merchandise trade showed a widening deficit of US$27