KT has begun its process to select a new CEO, drawing industry attention to the timing of its shortlist. The nomination committee has narrowed 33 candidates to 16 with support from an external advisory group. KT is expected to publish a list of three to four finalists as part of an informal vetting stage, continuing past practice. Market watchers expect a shortlist in the second week of December as the company faces tight deadlines and internal challenges following an unauthorised small-payment incident.

South Korea’s first alternative trading system NextTrade has expanded rapidly since its March debut, drawing praise at a symposium hosted by the Korea Securities Association. Participants said the multiple‑market regime has taken hold but called for easing the 15 percent market share cap, expanding tradable assets and upgrading related systems. They also noted positive effects such as extended trading hours and lower fees, while urging safeguards and clearer rules to address liquidity, surveillance and stability concerns.