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Why Korea\'s financial sector is rushing to buy capital companies
Competition to acquire capital companies is intensifying in South Korea\'s financial sector. With limited room for growth in household lending and mounting constraints on profit models centered on deposit-to-loan margins, capital firms are emerging as a key route into the non-bank credit market. KakaoBank is pushing to buy Mastern Capital, Hanwha Life has been named preferred bidder for Acuon Capital, and Sh Suhyup Bank is reviewing options as it seeks to broaden its non-bank portfolio.
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Savings banks return to profit after two years, but business normalisation still distant
South Korea\'s savings banks returned to profit in 2025 after two straight years of losses, but the turnaround was driven mainly by lower loan-loss provisions and higher securities income rather than a recovery in core business. Lending and interest income declined, and total assets fell. Regulators are seeking to redefine the sector’s role while pursuing regulatory easing alongside tighter discipline, as the industry warns business conditions remain difficult.
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Semiconductors and value-up usher in 6,000 KOSPI era, risk management key task
South Korea\'s KOSPI extended record gains, breaking above 6,300 a day after closing above 6,000 for the first time, with market capitalisation topping 5 quadrillion won. Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix led the advance, alongside autos and brokers. The rally is also linked to value-up measures, legal and tax changes aimed at easing the Korea discount. The article cites overheating indicators, rising short positions and global and domestic risks, underscoring the need for consistent policy and risk management.
