U.S. Becomes Top Overseas Market for South Korean Builders

The U.S. accounted for 50.1% of South Korean builders' overseas orders from January to August, reaching $7.38 billion, more than double last year's figure. Total overseas orders fell 60.4% to $14.77 billion, while Middle East orders dropped 70.2% to $2.31 billion.

• U.S. orders rose 102.3% to $7.38 billion, or 50.1% of all overseas orders
• Total overseas orders fell 60.4% to $14.77 billion
• Middle East orders dropped 70.2% to $2.31 billion
• Industrial facilities accounted for 73.1% of orders at $10.77 billion