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Big investment banks\' venture capital supply rises to 11.6 trillion won in Q2; small, mid-cap research mandate sought

Venture capital supply by seven large securities firms obligated to provide risk capital rose to 11.6 trillion won in the second quarter, up 2 trillion won, or 20.4 percent, from the first quarter, South Korea\'s Financial Services Commission said. Authorities plan to review differentiated credit for higher-risk investments and to overhaul brokerage research rules. Measures include curbing buy-rating bias, boosting small and mid-cap coverage, and extending mandatory IPO research.

Finance

Banks vary in how they use SCB to assess small business loans

South Korean banks have begun piloting Small Business-specialised Credit Evaluation (SCB), which adds business growth potential such as sales, industry and commercial area to traditional credit assessment. Banks are using SCB in different ways, including overriding internal grades to improve approval odds and offering higher loan limits or broader support. A high SCB grade does not guarantee approval if other risk factors exist. Regulators allow use for approvals, limits and rates, while standards vary by bank.

AI & Enterprise

ITCEN CTS to issue 5 billion won convertible bonds to ITCEN Global, repay debt

ITCEN CTS said on Monday it will issue 5 billion won ($3.7 million) of convertible bonds to its largest shareholder, ITCEN Global, and use the entire proceeds to repay borrowings. The company said ITCEN Global will subscribe to the full amount, with payment due on Sept. 16. ITCEN CTS said the funds will be used to repay part of a general loan from a financial institution, not for new business investment or working capital.