KB Financial Group to Select Next Chairman on September 11 KB Financial Group will select its next chairman on September 11. With Yang Jong-hee, the current chairman, showing strong performance and a potential for the first annual profit to exceed 6 trillion won, he is favored for reappointment. Meanwhile, Lee Jae-geun, head of KB Financial, and Kwon Kwang-seok, former head of Woori Bank, are in a tight competition.According to the financial sector on September 10, the KB Financial Chairman Candidate Recommendation Committee will conduct in-depth interv September 10, 2026

Eduwill Launches Educational Research Institute to Enhance Exam Success Strategies Eduwill has officially launched its 'Eduwill Educational Research Institute' to strengthen research on exam success strategies.According to Eduwill on the 10th, the organization has consolidated its content capabilities, previously divided into three teams within the publishing development division, into a single 'institute' structure. The newly established research institute will be led by CEO Yang Hyung-nam, who will also serve as the director. A team of 32 members, who have been responsible f September 10, 2026

Seoul Apartment Prices Rise 0.20% as Gangnam and Seocho Continue Decline Seoul's apartment prices continue to rise, but a noticeable divide is emerging between the Gangnam and Gangbuk areas. Gangnam and Seocho districts have seen five consecutive weeks of declines, with Songpa also experiencing a downturn, while outer districts like Gangbuk and Dobong are maintaining high growth rates.According to the Korea Real Estate Agency, the weekly apartment price index for the first week of September 2026 (as of September 7) rose by 0.08% compared to the previous week. The met September 10, 2026

Gunpo City Corporation Implements 3D Body Analysis for Employee Health Management Gunpo City Corporation conducted a 'one-on-one customized musculoskeletal therapy' program for office workers on September 7 and 8 to prevent musculoskeletal disorders. According to the corporation, the program was designed to assess the physical strain and postural imbalances commonly experienced by office workers who spend long hours on computers, providing tailored management methods based on individual characteristics. Participants underwent 3D body analysis to evaluate their posture and September 10, 2026

Yoo Soo-young Takes Office as Fourth Director of Korea Credit Information Corporation Yoo Soo-young officially took office as the fourth director of the Korea Credit Information Corporation on September 10. This marks the first time a director has been appointed from the Ministry of Finance and Economy.The Korea Credit Information Corporation announced that Yoo was elected as the new director following a general meeting. His term will last for three years.On his first day, Yoo visited various departments to communicate with staff and began his official duties. He urged employees September 10, 2026

Average Price of 59㎡ Apartments in Seoul Approaches 1.6 Billion Won The average price of 59㎡ private apartments in Seoul is nearing 1.6 billion won, continuing a trend of record highs. According to a report by Realhouse, which analyzed data from the Korea Real Estate Agency's subscription home, the 12-month moving average price for 59㎡ apartments in Seoul reached 159.34 million won as of August this year, marking a 1.97% increase from the previous month. The average price for 59㎡ apartments in Seoul has remained above 150 million won for four consecutive mont September 10, 2026

Korean Bar Association and LAWASIA to Host 39th Annual Conference in Seoul The Korean Bar Association announced on September 10 that it will co-host the 39th LAWASIA Conference 2026 with LAWASIA (the Law Association for Asia and the Pacific) from September 14 to 16 at The Plaza Hotel Seoul and the Koreana Hotel. The two organizations have been collaborating since signing a memorandum of understanding in April to ensure a successful conference.LAWASIA is a prominent regional legal organization comprising lawyers, judges, and legal professionals from over 40 jurisdiction September 10, 2026

South Korea Aims to Compete in AI Race, Focuses on Talent Development Two recently released statistics have captured attention. One indicates that China's total research and development (R&D) spending has surpassed that of the United States for the first time, while the other reveals that Chinese students ranked first in mathematics and science in the Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA). Both indicators suggest that China is preparing for dominance in the AI era, starting from foundational strengths.According to the 'Science and Technology Indica September 10, 2026

NH SPAC 34 Soars 106% on First Day of KOSDAQ Listing NH SPAC 34 has surged over 106% on its first day of trading on the KOSDAQ market.As of 2:27 PM on September 10, the stock was trading at 4,125 won, up 2,125 won (106.25%) from the previous trading day, according to the Korea Exchange.NH SPAC 34 debuted on the KOSDAQ today with an initial public offering price of 2,000 won, opening at 4,000 won. During the trading session, it reached a high of 5,700 won, marking a 185% increase from the IPO price.The company is a special purpose acquisition compa September 10, 2026

Yuk Dong-hwi of KB Asset Management: Focus on Asset Structure, Not Just High Returns This year, the popularity of bond-mixed exchange-traded funds (ETFs) has surged in the market. Notably, KB Asset Management's 'RISE Samsung Electronics SK Hynix Bond Mixed 50,' launched in February, surpassed 4 trillion won in net assets within just four months, becoming the top bond-mixed ETF in South Korea.In a recent interview with AJU Economy, Yuk Dong-hwi, head of ETF product marketing at KB Asset Management, emphasized that in ETF investing, the focus should be on 'how to structure assets' September 10, 2026