Korea Premium Week 2026 opened in Seoul on Sept. 28 as the government laid out capital market reform priorities. President Lee Jae-myung (이재명) said the government has pursued system improvements such as revising the Commercial Act and tougher crackdowns on unfair trading. Officials outlined steps to expand long-term investment, strengthen risk management and investor trust, enhance shareholder-friendly governance, and reorganise Kosdaq, including a two-tier structure and tighter delisting standards.

KB Kookmin Bank is running a recommended book event with Kyobo Bookstore for senior customers. The bank will draw 100 winners from customers who newly join an individual savings account (ISA) or add deposits above a set amount, and provide two books of their choice. The event runs through Aug. 31 and targets customers aged 50 and older born before 1976. Eligible customers can apply via KB Star Banking.