(LEAD) Kia's Q3 net profit falls 9.6 pct on unfavorable foreign exchange movements

Kia's Q3 net profit dropped 9.6% to 1.28 trillion won due to unfavorable foreign exchange and higher raw material costs, despite a 24.3% rise in operating profit aided by lower U.S. auto tariffs. Sales increased 10.1% with electrified vehicle sales up 47%, driven by regional powertrain strategies.