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[From the Field]Ye Han-koo Receives Long-Delayed Appointment Letter After Leading US-Korea Tariff Talks
Ye Han-koo, South Korea's chief trade negotiator, received his appointment letter after five months, having led critical US-Korea tariff talks amid intense diplomatic pressure and delays.
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[Financial District Tidbits]Woori Bank’s ‘Manager Kim’ Story
Woori Bank employees born in 1971 face heightened anxiety ahead of the annual personnel reshuffle, as the bank’s unique “rear assignment” policy accelerates career transitions and intensifies competition for executive promotions.
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[Insurance Company Tidbits]Insurance Coverage Expands to Divorce Litigation Costs from Domestic Violence Cases
South Korean insurers are expanding coverage to include legal costs for divorce litigation stemming from domestic violence, with Hanwha General Insurance launching the industry’s first such product. The move reflects a broader trend toward personalized insurance, as companies like Samsung Fire & Marine and DB Insurance introduce innovative offerings such as subway delay and pet accident coverage to capture new demand and diversify their portfolios.
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[Securities Industry Tidbits]'Occupation - Farmer'—Nonagenarian Super Investor Acquires ₩13 Billion Stake in Listed Firm
A 91-year-old farmer and his spouse have acquired a 5.09% stake in Seohung Co., investing nearly ₩13 billion, drawing comparisons to Warren Buffett and highlighting the rise of individual investors in South Korea’s stock market.
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[Securities Industry Tidbits]KB Securities Targets 'Ten Thousand Households' at Olympic Park Foreon
KB Securities is aggressively targeting high-net-worth residents at Olympic Park Foreon, Seoul’s largest-ever apartment complex, with tailored investment seminars and portfolio strategies focused on semiconductors, AI, and income-generating ETFs, as industry experts forecast a bullish KOSPI cycle and highlight SK Hynix’s continued value.
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[Insurance Company Tidbits]'Top Star' Models Reveal Insurers' Branding Strategies
South Korean insurers are increasingly leveraging top celebrities as brand ambassadors to strengthen customer engagement and drive sales, with Hanwha General Insurance, Lina Life Insurance, Hyundai Marine & Fire Insurance, and DB Insurance reporting notable marketing successes and double-digit growth in targeted segments.
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[Financial District People]Hanyang Securities’ Noh Hyung-seok Targets Global Niche IB Opportunities
Hanyang Securities, led by Executive Director Noh Hyung-seok, is rapidly expanding its global investment banking presence by targeting niche markets and executing complex cross-border deals, leveraging agility and deep international networks to deliver strong results within just six months of organizational restructuring.
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[Securities Industry Tidbits]'Yeopung' Is a Thing of the Past—How Change Has Shaped Mirae Asset's Executive Lineup
Mirae Asset Securities has built a robust pipeline of female executives through sustained merit-based policies, signaling a structural shift in South Korea's financial sector leadership.
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[From the Field]Overcoming the 'Phenol Spill'—A City Rethinks the Future of Water
Korea International Water Week 2025 in Daegu highlights the city's transformation from the 1991 phenol spill to a global leader in water management innovation, with AI-driven solutions and international cooperation at the forefront.
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[From the Field]'Facilitating Smooth Corporate Exits Needed'—Bank of Korea Report and Homeplus
A Bank of Korea report highlights that South Korea’s sluggish growth is partly due to the failure to exit non-viable firms, with Homeplus cited as a prime example; the report estimates that proper market exits could have boosted investment by 2.8% and GDP by 0.4%, underscoring the need for structural reforms in corporate restructuring.
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[From the Field]LG Electronics Showcases Presence at 'Water Expo'
LG Electronics highlighted its eco-friendly ‘Mineral Wash’ laundry technology at Korea International Water Week 2025, emphasizing water-saving innovation and global expansion potential.
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[Financial District People]'Private Debt Powerhouse' BSP-Alcentra's Kim Jeong-min Leads APAC Sales
BSP-Alcentra, a leading global private debt platform under Franklin Templeton, is expanding its APAC fundraising led by Kim Jeong-min, focusing on stable returns from US middle-market investments and targeting Korean institutional investors.
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[From the Field]'Mega Whale' National Pension Fund's Domestic Equity SAA and TAA
South Korea's National Pension Service faces pressure to rebalance its domestic equity holdings after a sharp KOSPI rally pushed allocations above target, raising concerns over potential large-scale selling and prompting debate over expanding asset allocation bands.
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[From the Field]University Students Take Aim at Corporate Governance in South Korea
South Korean university students showcased sharp analysis and practical solutions for corporate governance reform at a national competition, highlighting persistent governance risks and the market value of well-governed firms.
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[Corporate Tidbits]The Irony of a Bull Market
South Korea’s bull market has driven dramatic gains in shipbuilding, defense, and nuclear power stocks, but surging share prices are creating new challenges for companies, including increased stock-based compensation costs and pressure to enhance shareholder returns, raising questions about whether fundamentals are keeping pace.
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[From the Field]10 Years of 'THE H'
Hyundai Engineering & Construction marks the 10th anniversary of its premium 'THE H' brand by launching 'THE NEW HOUSE', aiming to further solidify its presence in Seoul's high-end apartment market through landmark projects and intensified competition with rival builders.
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[Corporate Tidbits]SKC CFO Shows Renewed Confidence After Prolonged Losses
SKC Co.'s CFO Yoo Ji-han expressed renewed confidence as the company narrowed its Q3 losses, driven by a surge in battery materials sales and improved operational performance, signaling a potential turnaround after over two years of deficits.
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[From the Field]Samyang Foods Takes on the Challenge with Tallow Ramen After 36 Years
Samyang Foods Co. has relaunched its tallow-based ramen after 36 years, confronting its troubled past and aiming to capture both nostalgic and new consumers amid mixed market reactions.
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[From the Field]Another Facelift for the Exchange—Capital Market Fever Spreads in Yeouido
South Korea’s KOSPI index continues its record-breaking rally, surpassing 4,000 for the first time as retail investors drive momentum and the Korea Exchange unveils a new banner in Yeouido, reflecting growing confidence in the capital market.
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[Financial District Tidbits]'Working in Jeonju'—A Question Raised by the National Pension Service Fund Management Headquarters
The National Pension Service's Fund Management Headquarters faces persistent recruitment and retention challenges due to its Jeonju location, with statistics showing high turnover among asset managers and concerns about working conditions outside Seoul.