The won eased on Friday after the Bank of Korea held its policy rate at 2.50 percent for a fourth straight meeting, which signalled a prolonged pause in its easing cycle. The won opened slightly stronger but stayed rangebound. U.S. markets were shut for Thanksgiving, while the dollar index remained below 100. The won strengthened against the yen, and the yen weakened slightly against the dollar.

KB Kookmin Bank said it signed a cooperation deal with DHL Korea to create synergies in financial and logistics services. Executives from both companies attended the ceremony in Seoul. The agreement includes seminars for customers unfamiliar with trade procedures, financial education programmes and specialised services offering continuous benefits. A KB Kookmin Bank official said the deal is expected to enhance the global business competitiveness of trade customers and expand customer‑focused services.