Finance
Korean banks step up push for foreign customers with dedicated products and specialised networks
South Korean banks are intensifying competition to attract foreign customers as the number of foreigners staying in the country rises. Banks are expanding services beyond currency exchange and overseas remittances to payroll transfers, savings products, credit loans and wealth management. Major banks have strengthened dedicated products and specialised service networks. The combined number of foreign customers at key banks is estimated at about 7.9 million, with foreign deposit balances topping 27 trillion won.
