KOSDAQ Segment Launch: Criteria and Incentives Under Review 한국거래소 is working on the introduction of a 'KOSDAQ Segment' to group high-quality companies within the KOSDAQ market, while finalizing criteria for inclusion, the number of stocks, and incentives. According to financial investment industry sources and the office of Shin Dong-wook, a member of the National Assembly's Political Affairs Committee, the exchange formed an advisory group for the KOSDAQ Segment in June and has held five meetings by September 11. The advisory group consists of 13 e September 13, 2026

Director Lee Ji-won: 'Don't be afraid of 'Big Light'... It's a work filled with laughter and hope' 영화 '미쓰백', 시리즈 '클라이맥스'를 통해 독보적인 색깔을 증명해왔던 이지원 감독이 신작 '비광'을 통해 자신만의 연출 세계를 한층 더 공고히 했다. 비극적 상황 속에서도 인물들의 연대를 통한 희망 메시지를 전하고자 하는 이 감독의 바람은 '비광'을 통해 더욱 선명하게 빛을 발한다. 코로나19 여파로 개봉이 늦어지며 5년 만에 관객들과 만나게 된 '비광'은 톱스타 부부 중구(류승룡 분)와 남미(하지원 분)가 갑자기 나타난 중구의 딸 동주(김시아 분)로 인해 파경을 맞은 뒤 8년 후 September 13, 2026

Cash Services and Revolving Credit Rise Amid Concerns Over Household Debt Quality Cash services and revolving credit balances, essential for many households, continue to rise. As banks and credit card companies tighten household loan management, demand for short-term, high-interest products is increasing. Concerns are growing that the quality of household debt, which has reached 2,000 trillion won, may deteriorate as funding conditions worsen for low- and middle-income borrowers.According to the Korea Credit Finance Association on September 13, the combined card loan balance September 13, 2026

Kim Jun-hwan: Requests for Overseas Korean Certification Increased by 75% in First Half of Year Requests for overseas Korean certification increased by 75.2% in the first half of this year compared to the same period last year. The overseas Korean certification allows citizens living abroad to obtain certification using their overseas mobile phones or electronic passports without needing a domestic mobile phone.On September 13, Kim Jun-hwan, a member of the National Assembly's Foreign Affairs and Unification Committee from the Democratic Party, revealed data submitted by the Overseas Korea September 13, 2026

Saudi Arabia Faces Dilemma Amid Iranian and Houthi Aggression Saudi Arabia, the world's largest oil exporter, is caught in a dilemma regarding its security and oil exports. As Iranian and Iranian-aligned forces intensify their attacks, the kingdom finds it increasingly difficult to engage in full-scale military operations or negotiations. Furthermore, uncertainty surrounding military support from the Trump administration has narrowed Saudi Arabia's options, according to an AP report.Key oil transport route targeted, suspected Iranian-backed attackRecently, September 13, 2026

Samsung Securities Expands Global Network with BNY Asset Management MOU Samsung Securities announced on September 13 that it signed a comprehensive memorandum of understanding (MOU) with BNY, a global financial services group, in New York on September 10 (local time) to collaborate on global asset management and financial solutions.The agreement aims to enhance infrastructure in key traditional securities business areas, including stock brokerage, clearing services, securities collateral management, and securities financing.Additionally, the partnership will expand September 13, 2026

Korean Shipbuilders Showcase Future Technologies at Gastech 2026 Three major South Korean shipbuilders are set to showcase next-generation eco-friendly vessels and marine technologies at the world's largest gas exhibition. Their strategy focuses on targeting global shipowners with technologies aimed at future markets, including liquefied natural gas (LNG), ammonia, and liquefied carbon dioxide (LCO2) carriers, as well as floating data centers.According to industry sources, HD Hyundai Heavy Industries, Hanwha Ocean, and Samsung Heavy Industries will participat September 13, 2026

Dividing LH's 173 Trillion Won Debt: Who Will Bear the Burden? The restructuring of the Korea Land and Housing Corporation (LH) into separate entities for development and housing welfare has raised critical questions about how to divide its over 173 trillion won in debt. With the separation of profit-generating development projects from loss-incurring rental operations, experts warn that the financial structures of the two new organizations could diverge significantly, necessitating careful planning for both asset and liability distribution as well as futur September 13, 2026

The Paradox of LH Division: Two Entities, One Mission The South Korean government is moving forward with a plan to separate the Korea Land and Housing Corporation (LH) into two distinct entities, focusing on land development and housing construction, and residential welfare and asset management. A key challenge will be defining the boundaries of responsibility between the two organizations. Public housing involves a continuous process from land acquisition to construction, leasing, and maintenance. To enhance supply speed, the division must be desi September 13, 2026

Jokuk Innovation Party Appoints Local Leaders Ahead of General Election The Jokuk Innovation Party has appointed 11 local leaders, including Jokuk Innovation Policy Institute head, ahead of the upcoming general election. The head will take on the role of local leader for Pyeongtaek, a position he sought during the June by-elections.At a press conference held on the 13th at the National Assembly, Secretary-General Jeong Chun-sang, who chairs the party's Organizational Strengthening Special Committee, announced the list of local leaders, stating, "We have selected ind September 13, 2026