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South KoreaMarchAnnual rate of import price index
| Latest Release | Actual Value | Forecast Value | Previous Value | Next Release Time | Release Frequency | Importance |
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| 2026-04-15 | 18.4% | % | 1.2% | 2026-05-15 05:00 | Monthly |
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Definition
The import price index refers to an index that reflects the price changes of imported goods over different periods. It is possible to compile individual or similar export price indices, as well as a total export price index.
Impact on Market
Actual value > Forecast value = Positive for the South Korean won
Why It Matters
A leading indicator of the country's inflation data. If import prices continue to rise, it may be transmitted to the domestic market, leading to imported inflation and potentially triggering an interest rate hike.
Released By
Bank of Korea
