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Jul 13, 2026

Dollar-Won, trading at 1,496.70 Won in early hours… Decline narrowed after Iran announcement

The Dollar-Won exchange rate traded at 1,496.70 Won in the early hours, reducing its decline. President Donald Trump's announcement of a resumption of maritime sanctions against Iran and the hawkish comments from Federal Reserve Board Governor Christopher Waller dominated currency movements today.


Dollar-Won, trading at 1,496.70 Won in early hours… Decline narrowed after Iran announcement

The Dollar-Won exchange rate has reduced its decline in the early hours. Investors are paying attention as it is closely tied to import costs and stock market volatility.

President Donald Trump announced the resumption of maritime sanctions against Iran. This announcement highlighted geopolitical risks and led to a stronger dollar.

The hawkish comments from Federal Reserve Board Governor Christopher Waller also influenced currency movements today. Market participants reacted sensitively to Fed-related remarks.

As of 2:20 minutes, the dollar-won exchange rate is trading at 1,496.70 won.

The closing price in the Seoul foreign exchange market yesterday fell by 4.70 won compared to the previous closing price of 1,501.40 won.

Compared to the weekly closing price of 1,503.40 won, the current price decreased by 6.70 won.

The weekly trading hours are from 9:15 to 30 minutes. The difference between night/morning trading and the weekly closing price increased the volatility of this day's exchange rate.

The exchange rate movement on this day was shaped by announcements related to Iran and statements from Federal Reserve officials at the same time. There remains the possibility of increased volatility depending on additional announcements or related variables.

Sources: 연합인포맥스

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