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Song Eon-seok Signals Willingness to Pursue National Assembly Probe into Daejang-dong Appeal Withdrawal via Legislation and Judiciary Committee
People Power Party floor leader Song Eon-seok expressed willingness to conduct a parliamentary probe into the Daejang-dong appeal withdrawal through the Legislation and Judiciary Committee, urging bipartisan cooperation and criticizing opposition management of committee proceedings.
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Kim Byung-ki - 'Special Act on US Investment Is a National Interest Law—Will Be Thoroughly Refined Based on On-Site Demands'
Kim Byung-ki, Floor Leader of the Democratic Party of Korea, introduced a special bill to boost Korea-US strategic investment, aiming to lower auto tariffs and channel $200 billion into key sectors, pledging thorough review to maximize national economic benefit.
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Fintech Week - Lee Eo-kwon Says 'AI Utilization Will Be the Ultimate Measure of Competitiveness'
South Korea's Financial Services Commission Vice Chairman Lee Eo-kwon announced at Korea Fintech Week 2025 that AI utilization will be the key measure of competitiveness, unveiling plans for a 150 trillion won ($113.4 billion) National Growth Fund and new regulatory frameworks to drive fintech innovation and investment.
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Samsung Life and Samsung Fire & Marine Promote 20 Executives—Competence and Expertise Verified
Samsung Life Insurance and Samsung Fire & Marine Insurance promoted a combined 20 executives, highlighting a merit-based approach and verified expertise to strengthen long-term corporate value and market leadership.
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DB Insurance Secures Exclusive Rights for Chronic Disease In-Kind Benefits and Drug Therapy Coverage
DB Insurance Co. has secured exclusive rights for new chronic disease insurance products, including in-kind benefits and overseas heavy ion therapy payment services, aiming to enhance customer health management and ease high medical costs.
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Ultra-High-Efficiency Solar, AI Power Grids, 20MW Wind Turbines—South Korean Government Accelerates 'Super Innovation' in Energy
South Korea unveils a sweeping energy overhaul, targeting world-first commercialization of ultra-efficient solar cells by 2028, AI-powered power grids, and 20MW-class wind turbines, with major investments and regulatory reforms to secure global leadership in renewables and next-generation energy infrastructure.
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Financial Holding Company Asset Managers See Widening Losses in Real Estate Fund Operations
South Korea’s top financial holding company asset managers are reporting widening losses in real estate funds, with most portfolios underperforming market benchmarks and only Woori Asset Management remaining in positive territory.
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Card Loan Rate Polarization Deepens—Interest Burden Rises for Low-Credit Borrowers
South Korean card issuers have widened the gap between card loan rates for high- and low-credit borrowers, with October seeing the largest disparity this year as rates for low-credit customers rose, increasing their financial burden amid tighter lending regulations.
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Major General Agencies Receive 'Average' Internal Control Ratings for 2023
South Korea's Financial Supervisory Service rated 75 major general agencies' internal controls as 'average' for 2023, highlighting weaknesses among smaller and branch-type agencies and signaling stricter oversight ahead.
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National Pension Fund to Raise December Lump-Sum Contribution Rate to 9.5%—Equity Enhanced
South Korea's National Pension Service will apply a higher 9.5% contribution rate to December lump-sum payments, aligning with 2025 standards to enhance fairness between retroactive and regular contributors.
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Fitness Startup Buffett Seoul Raises 10 Billion Won in Series B Funding
Buffett Seoul, a leading South Korean fitness startup, has raised 10 billion won ($7.5 million) in Series B funding led by Kakao Ventures and others, bringing its total investment to over 20 billion won—the largest among domestic fitness startups. The company operates innovative fitness brands and plans further expansion both offline and online.
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HF Maintains Bogeumjari Loan Rates at 3.65–3.95% Annually
Korea Housing Finance Corporation holds Bogeumjari Loan rates steady for December at 3.65–3.95% annually, with preferential rates for eligible groups as low as 2.65%.
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Data Agency and Ministry of SMEs and Startups Launch 'SME Statistics Database'—Public Service Now Available
South Korea's National Data Agency and Ministry of SMEs and Startups have launched a new SME Statistics Database, integrating certification and business data for 8.3 million companies to enhance policy development and research.
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Export-Import Bank of Korea to Provide 350 Billion Won Support for Celltrion’s Acquisition of Eli Lilly’s US Manufacturing Facility
The Export-Import Bank of Korea will provide 350 billion won ($260 million) in financing to support Celltrion’s acquisition of Eli Lilly’s US manufacturing facility, enabling the South Korean biopharmaceutical firm to establish a production and sales network in the world’s largest pharmaceutical market and strengthen the global competitiveness of K-Bio.
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[Chang Houn Han's Reflections] The IMA Era—A Crisis for Banks
South Korea's financial sector faces a turning point as securities firms expand into Integrated Investment Accounts (IMAs), challenging banks' dominance and signaling a shift toward productive finance focused on venture and industrial growth.
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People Power Party to File Constitutional Challenge Against Ruling Party’s Renewed Push for Special Sedition Court
South Korea’s People Power Party plans to file a constitutional challenge against the Democratic Party’s renewed push for a special sedition court, citing concerns over judicial independence and constitutional violations.
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NongHyup to Delete Delinquency Records for 220,000 Customers—'Supporting Rehabilitation of Diligent Repayers'
NongHyup Financial Group will erase delinquency records for 220,000 customers who fully repay small debts by year-end, aiming to boost credit scores and support financial recovery for diligent repayers.
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Will Regional Stress DSR Return to Normal? Financial Authorities Launch Simulation
South Korea’s financial authorities are reviewing whether to normalize or extend the grace period for regional mortgage stress DSR rules, as the gap with metropolitan areas widens and unsold housing persists; a decision is expected by mid-next month.
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Mirae Asset Life Sees 54% Surge in Q3 DC and IRP Performance-Based Retirement Pension Reserves Year-on-Year
Mirae Asset Life Insurance Co. posted a 54% year-on-year jump in Q3 performance-based DC and IRP retirement pension reserves, outpacing peers as South Korea’s pension market shifts toward investment-driven growth.