‘환전 안 할래’…수출로 번 달러 통장에 쌓는 기업들, 정부 정책도 역부족

Korean companies are increasingly holding onto US dollars earned through exports rather than converting them to Korean won. This trend is driven by a lack of confidence in the won's stability and a desire to hedge against future currency fluctuations. Despite government efforts to encourage foreign exchange, businesses are opting to keep their dollar reserves, leading to a significant accumulation of foreign currency within corporate accounts. This behavior reflects a cautious approach by exporters in the current economic climate.

This phenomenon indicates underlying concerns about the Korean won's value and could impact the effectiveness of monetary policy and the broader foreign exchange market.