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Data from World Bank. Forecasts by Sigmanomics Forecast Engine.
South KoreaSouth Korea GDP Per Capita (Current US$) fell to 36,226.97 USD in December 2025
World BankYearlyReleased December 2025
South Korea GDP Per Capita (Current US$) fell to 36,226.97 USD in December 2025, down 11.67 USD from November's 36,238.64 USD reading.
Latest Release
36226.966364
Actual
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Consensus
36238.639908
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Sigmacast Σ-direction model: consensus + ½ × mean(surprise, trailing 90d).
CORRELATED SYMBOLS— markets that historically move with this indicator
| Symbol | Direction | Correlation | Asset Class | Co-movement | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD/KRW | ▼ Inverse | −0.50 | FOREX | Moves against | → View |
| KOSPI | ▲ Direct | +0.45 | INDEX | Moves with | → View |
| AUD/USD | ▲ Direct | +0.35 | FOREX | Moves with | → View |
| XAU/USD | ▲ Direct | +0.30 | COMMODITIES | Moves with | → View |
| BTC/USD | ▲ Direct | +0.30 | CRYPTO | Moves with | → View |
Correlation based on 12-month rolling window. Click any symbol to view its Sigmanomics forecast page.
THE RELEASE
GDP Per Capita (Current US$) (South Korea) was reported at 36,226.97 USD in December 2025. The reading fell from the previous value of 36,238.64 USD. This is classified as a medium-impact indicator released on a yearly basis.
WHY IT MATTERS
The trailing three releases averaged 36,046.57 USD, up from the prior three at 35,328.88 USD. In December readings over the past 3 years, GDP Per Capita (Current US$) has averaged 36,046.57 USD.
THE MODEL'S TAKE
Historically, this indicator is negatively correlated with USD/KRW (Bullish KRW). A secondary relationship exists with KOSPI, positively correlated (Bullish KR).
Auto-generated from current model state · Refreshes on each release · Last update December 2025.
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About GDP Per Capita (Current US$) — South Korea
DEFINITION
South Korea's GDP Per Capita (Current US$) for 2025 registered at 36226.966364, slightly below 2024's 36238.639908. This marginal decline marks a near-stagnation after steady growth in previous years, indicating a plateau in per capita income. Market focus now shifts to upcoming economic data for clearer growth signals amid this subtle contraction. Updated 7/1/26
WHY THIS INDICATOR MATTERS
Aggregate growth figures anchor cyclical positioning across asset classes and inform fiscal and monetary policy debate. Surprises against consensus can drive short-term moves, particularly when the print breaks an established trend. Released annually.
WHAT'S NEXT
Sigmacast's 1-month forecast points to a similar reading versus the latest print, with the 3-month outlook reinforcing that direction. Both horizons are aligned bullish for this indicator, suggesting a consistent trend signal. Trend-driven dynamics are the primary tailwind in the current projection. This indicator correlates most strongly with USD/KRW (Bullish KRW, r=-0.50) — a useful reference for forex-focused traders.
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