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Finance
Race to pre-empt won stablecoin as third financial hub nears
South Korea\'s financial authorities raised their target for household loan growth this year and NH Nonghyup Bank resumed variable-rate mortgage lending, drawing attention to whether mortgage hurdles will fall across the sector. COFIX rose for a fourth month, increasing borrowers\' interest burdens. Financial support for mid-to-low credit borrowers and small businesses is spreading, while the government and regulators advance plans tied to regional finance hubs and debate over a won stablecoin shifts toward payment, distribution and custody infrastructure.
Finance
Saemaeul Geumgo to support 200 billion won in low-interest loans for small merchants
Saemaeul Geumgo will provide about 200 billion won in low-interest loans to ease financial burdens for small merchants and small firms. It said on Aug. 18 it is promoting a local government cooperation financial support programme with local credit guarantee foundations. Saemaeul Geumgo contributes funds to the guarantee foundations, which provide guarantees that underpin the loans, while local governments support loan interest.
Finance
Small business credit scores to factor in sales, trading areas; 16 banks to apply 2.2 trillion won
A new credit scoring system for small business loan screening will start operating from late August, evaluating future growth potential using data such as sales, local trading areas, employment and online activity in addition to the owner’s past financial history. The scope will expand from 7 banks and 1.8 trillion won to 16 banks and 2.2 trillion won. Authorities also plan to use the model for a dedicated loan product and future guarantee reviews.
