Mirae Asset Securities said on Nov. 12 it posted a consolidated pretax loss of 520.6 billion won and a net loss of 405.6 billion won for the third quarter, reflecting valuation losses on investment assets amid slower market trading. It plans to cancel 65 million treasury shares after next year’s annual general meeting. The company also announced a new shareholder return policy for 2027 to 2029 and said it will maintain its existing policy of returning at least 35 percent of adjusted consolidated net income.

The Korea Financial Investment Association expressed regret over the Fair Trade Commission’s sanctions against 15 primary dealers for alleged collusion in the Korean treasury bond market. It said the penalties were excessive and could cause serious side effects, including weakened dealer functions, potential disruptions to government bond issuance and damage to market stability. The group also warned that large fines and complaints could strain brokerages’ liquidity and affect existing operations and new licensing.