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Brokerages cut domestic branches and step up global push

South Korean brokerages are accelerating overseas expansion as mobile trading prompts further streamlining of domestic branches. As of end-2025, 16 firms operated 93 overseas outlets, up by 13 from a year earlier, while overseas subsidiaries’ net profit rose 67.8 percent. Domestic branches at the top 10 brokerages slipped to 438 as of March 31. Firms are widening foreign omnibus account services and building networks across the United States, Hong Kong, Southeast Asia and India.

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Big tech financial platforms tighten internal controls; banks compete for young customers

Internal controls for fintech financial platforms are being tightened as concerns grow that system failures in payments, transfers and top-ups could quickly harm consumers and erode trust. Financial authorities have urged big tech e-finance operators to build IT stability and internal control systems comparable to traditional financial firms, while also revising support tools such as the financial regulatory sandbox. Banks are also stepping up competition for young customers as a youth savings product draws strong early demand.

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Capital markets also show economies of scale as big brokerages rush to boost capital

Competition among securities firms to bolster capital is spreading quickly, led by large brokerages, as more businesses link bigger capital bases to revenue growth. KB Securities decided on a 1 trillion won rights offering after earlier support from KB Financial Group. Similar moves include Korea Investment & Securities, Woori Investment & Securities and NH Investment & Securities, while Hanyang Securities also joined. The combined amount totals about 4.65 trillion won this year.