Hwang Hwan-yeol · Articles

2026.10.30

Young investors demand loss carryforward deductions for virtual asset taxation

Young investors at a forum held at the National Assembly of the Republic of Korea have called for the implementation of loss carryforward deductions and improved taxation standards for various transaction types before virtual asset taxation begins.

2026.10.29

National Assembly bills seek to mandate improvement plans for low-PBR companies

While the Korea Exchange prepares to release its first list of undervalued companies, the National Assembly of the Republic of Korea is considering legislation to mandate that companies with low price-to-book ratios (PBR) submit formal improvement plans.

2026.10.29

Participants call for investor protection agency at National Assembly forum

Participants at a National Assembly forum discussing the Stock Price Suppression Prevention Act called for a public protection agency to assist retail investors in exercising their rights and responding to unfair trading.

2026.10.28

Shinhan Financial Group partners with three startups for AI and care pilots

Three winning startups from the 2026 5th Finovation Challenge to receive support and collaborative business opportunities

2026.10.26

To lead in Physical AI, South Korea must expand field demonstrations using manufacturing strengths

Experts suggest linking data centers with industrial sites to accumulate data and boost productivity

2026.10.26

Internet banks bolster security after detecting IP access attempts

KakaoBank, K Bank, and Toss Bank bolster defenses with AI and expert verification amid rising cyber threats

2026.10.23

Auto parts companies eye robotics market, leveraging precision manufacturing and mass production expertise

The robotics industry is emerging as a new market for companies that previously manufactured gears and motors for automobiles, as the competition for humanoids shifts from prototype development to securing core component supply chains.

2026.10.20

Five major bank CEOs face questioning over hacking and interest rates

During a National Assembly Political Affairs Committee audit, CEOs of five major banks faced questioning regarding their response to hacking incidents, the impact of interest rate adjustments on customers, and corporate governance.

2026.10.19

Korean Metal Workers' Union seeks inspections of semiconductor suppliers

The Korean Metal Workers' Union has called for a special labor inspection of semiconductor material, component, and equipment companies, alleging that firms like LEENO Industrial and Hana Materials are evading collective bargaining.

2026.10.15

Proposal Links Osong and Lanzhou to Support Korea-China Bioindustry Cooperation

A proposal at a National Assembly of the Republic of Korea forum called for linking bioindustry hubs in Osong and Lanzhou to help companies with facilities, research support, regulatory information and local partners. Speakers also urged phased cooperation, starting with focused projects such as technology transfer, regulatory information exchange and joint clinical trials in rare diseases and pediatrics.

2026.10.13

Controversy over 'Debt-funded Reserves' Future Response Fund... Fiscal Experts Launch Intense Criticism

Fiscal experts gathered at the National Assembly to criticize the government's plan to establish the Future Response Fund, arguing that it involves issuing national bonds to accumulate surplus funds that will not be used immediately. The experts raised concerns regarding the National Assembly's fiscal control, fiscal rules, the distribution of authority to local governments, and the design of the fund.

2026.10.08

[Company Focus] CJ Targets North America by Adding Beauty to Food and Content... Strengthening Affiliate Collaboration with 12 Trillion Won Revenue Goal

CJ Group is pursuing enhanced collaboration between its food, content, and beauty affiliates to accelerate growth in North America. By combining its food and content foundations, acquired through investment and acquisition, with CJ Olive Young's local distribution networks, the group aims to achieve 12 trillion won in North American revenue by 2028 through a "K-Lifestyle" strategy.

2026.10.08

[Company Focus] From Card Recommendations to AI Financial Assistant... Banksalad Pursues KOSDAQ Listing

Banksalad, a service that once focused on finding credit cards suited to consumption patterns, has entered the initial public offering (IPO) process. Having expanded from an asset management service that aggregates financial information to a brokerage for loans, insurance, and cards, Banksalad is now expanding its role into an AI financial assistant that analyzes customer data and assists with necessary application procedures.

2026.10.06

To Increase AI Data Center Investment... "Must Evaluate Computing Power Beyond Buildings"

Experts at an industrial forum argued that to attract private investment into AI data centers, financial evaluations must move beyond land and buildings to assess computing power and utilization rates. They emphasized the need for financing structures tailored to different asset lifecycles, such as long-term facilities versus short-lived GPUs.

2026.10.02

[Company Focus] From a Sneaker Community to a 10 Trillion Won Valuation and IPO... MUSINSA to Lead K-Fashion's Global Expansion

MUSINSA, South Korea's leading fashion platform, is entering the IPO process 25 years after its launch, having grown from a sneaker community into a powerhouse with 5 trillion won in annual transaction volume. The company is now preparing for its next stage of growth by expanding overseas sales channels for the brands that grew alongside it.

2026.09.30

Lee Hoon-ki: "Even deviating from criteria for just two half-years avoids low PBR estimation"... Criticizes government's stock price suppression plan

Democratic Party of Korea lawmaker Lee Hoon-ki and representatives from institutional investors held a press conference to urge the passage of the Stock Price Suppression Prevention Act, criticizing the government's current proposal for being too easy to circumvent.

2026.09.30

Maritime SMR development takes at least 10 years while funds last 7–8 years... Korea Development Bank pushes for long-term investment

Experts pointed out that a long-term investment structure matching the technology development period must be established to attract private investment into the maritime Small Modular Reactor (SMR) industry. The Korea Development Bank is planning to promote ultra-long-term technology investment funds to bridge the gap between development timelines and existing venture fund maturities.

2026.09.29

Security Token Offerings (STO) to be Implemented Next Year… Standards for Expanding Existing Securities Public Offerings Must Be Set First

At a seminar held at the National Assembly of the Republic of Korea, experts argued that the government must provide clear indicators for expanding public offerings of existing securities to allow companies to prepare for business schedules.

2026.09.23

From Technology Theft Allegations to Network Controversies... KT and t'order Conflict Spreads to Stores

KT and table-order startup t'order are embroiled in a conflict lasting over three years, which has expanded from technology theft allegations to issues regarding internet connectivity and sales practices. Recently, the dispute has reached the service area used by store owners and consumers as t'order uses its ordering tablets to directly communicate KT-related issues.

2026.09.22

AI Music Trust Standards Withdrawn After 22 Days... Need for 'Creation History' Management Highlighted

Following the withdrawal of the Korea Music Copyright Association's new trust standards for AI-generated music, experts at a forum emphasized the necessity of recording creation processes to distinguish human contributions.

2026.09.21

33.1 Months for Energy New Technology Commercialization… Proposal for 'Demonstration Zone' to Reduce Repeated Inspections

A proposal was made to introduce a 'Demonstration Zone' that pre-inspects common safety requirements to accelerate the commercialization of new energy technologies by SMEs. This aims to reduce repetitive safety reviews whenever a company changes and allow resident companies to focus on testing their specific technologies and devices.

2026.09.18

Chinese Electric Vehicles Hold 35% Domestic Market Share... Threatening the Korean Automotive Ecosystem

At a seminar held at the National Assembly, experts warned that the rapid expansion of Chinese electric vehicle market share threatens the domestic automotive production base and supply chain.

2026.09.18

Small and Medium Defense Companies to Jointly Utilize GPUs... Discussions for Building Defense-Specific AIDC Intensify

Discussions have begun in earnest to build a defense-specific AI Data Center (AIDC) that allows defense companies to jointly utilize high-performance computing resources while protecting military secrets and core technologies.

2026.09.18

SME Defense Companies to Jointly Utilize GPUs... Discussions for Establishing Defense-Specialized AIDC Gain Momentum

Discussions have begun in earnest to establish a defense-specialized AI Data Center (AIDC) that allows defense companies to jointly utilize high-performance computing resources while protecting military secrets and core technologies. The initiative aims to increase accessibility for small and medium-sized defense enterprises that struggle to secure individual AI infrastructure and to connect domestic AI semiconductors and clouds to the defense industry.