Statistics Korea

□ In October, the Index of Services decreased by 0.9% month-on-month owing to the drop in 'Wholesale and retail trade' and 'Financial and insurance activities' in spite of the rise in 'Information and communications'. ❍ In October, the Index of Services grew by 0.8% year-on-year owing to the increase in 'Human health and social work activities' and 'Transportation and storage' despite the decrease in 'Wholesale and retail trade'. ※ For more information, refer to the attached file.