Korean cosmetics, medical and bio sectors expect export growth in 2026

Korean cosmetics, medical and biotechnology companies are projecting a growth in exports next year on the back of stronger product competitiveness, the Korea Federation of Small and Medium Business’ survey showed Sunday. About 68.6 percent of the 1,300 small- and medium-sized enterprises, or SMEs, surveyed between Dec. 1-12 said they expect to see an increase in exports next year in comparison to 2025. In particular, 86.4 percent of cosmetic firms and 86.1 percent of medical and biotechnology fi